4 characters Idiom and proverb 3 509

We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「不龜手藥」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.

The idiom 「不龜手藥」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

①Medicine to prevent hands from freezing and cracking. ②A metaphor for having little talent or skill.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

bù guī shǒu yào

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

bat1 gwai1 sau2 yeuk6

The vastness of Chinese idioms, with their many meanings and applications, is inspiring. We hope these resources will guide you in your language-learning adventure.