Here’s a free resource for learning Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, useful for various expressions. Today’s topic is 「主憂臣辱」, as shown below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「主憂臣辱」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
It is a shame for a minister if his monarch is in trouble.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhǔ yōu chén rǔ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jyu2 yau1 san4 yuk6
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.
