We’re happy to bring you free Chinese lessons. This series dives into idioms and proverbs, meaningful and practical. Today’s phrase is 「言語道斷」, with its usage explained below.
The idiom 「言語道斷」 and its usage are explored below. Learn its meaning and applications here.
Originally a Buddhist term, it refers to a meaning that is profound and subtle and cannot be expressed in words. The latter means that the problem cannot be solved through conversation or negotiation.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yán yǔ dào duàn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yin4 yu5 dou6 tyun5
With an extensive collection of idioms, Chinese offers a wealth of expressions to explore. These learning resources aim to make your journey smoother and more rewarding.
