Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「路柳牆花」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「路柳牆花」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Willows by the roadside and flowers by the wall. A metaphor for a woman with promiscuous behavior. Also refers to a prostitute.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
lù liǔ qiáng huā
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
lou6 lau5 cheung4 fa1
There are a countless number of Chinese idioms, each with unique meanings and applications. We’ve provided these resources to help guide you as you dive deeper into learning Chinese.
