We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「抱布貿絲」, with its explanation below.
Today, we explore the idiom 「抱布貿絲」. Below, we’ll cover its meaning and practical uses.
Bu: a kind of currency in ancient times; Mao: buying and selling. I brought money and came to buy silk. Refers to being close to women. It also refers to the trading of commodities.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
bào bù mào sī
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
pou5 bou3 mau6 si1
Chinese idioms, with their vast variety, hold different meanings and uses. Their abundance makes studying them rewarding, and these materials are here to help you along the way.
