We’re offering free resources to help you learn Chinese. In this series, idioms and proverbs take center stage, known for their deep meanings and versatile usage. Today’s idiom is 「處高臨深」, explained below.
The idiom being introduced now is 「處高臨深」. Below, you’ll find its meaning and usage examples.
To be in a high position: to be in a distinguished and important position. To be on the edge of a deep abyss. Being in a distinguished position is like facing the abyss. In the old days, it meant that holding a high official position was often dangerous.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
chù gāo lín shēn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
chyu5 gou1 lam4 sam1
There are countless Chinese idioms, all rich in meaning and application. Each one is unique, and we hope this information helps you explore and enhance your Chinese language knowledge.
