4 characters Idiom and proverb 21 214

Here’s a free resource for learning Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, useful for various expressions. Today’s topic is 「買笑追歡」, as shown below.

Today’s idiom is 「買笑追歡」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.

Visit prostitutes and seek pleasure.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

mǎi xiào zhuī huān

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

maai5 siu3 jeui1 fun1

Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.