4 characters Idiom and proverb 14 914

Chinese study involves characters, phrases, and idioms. This resource introduces 「乘虛迭出」 as part of advanced learning. Explanation below.

Today’s idiom is 「乘虛迭出」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.

Void: emptiness, weakness. Repeated: repeatedly. It refers to a military attack on the enemy’s undefended areas or areas where their forces are weak.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

chéng xū dié chū

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

sing4 heui1 dip6 cheut1

The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.