Here’s a free resource for learning Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, useful for various expressions. Today’s topic is 「政簡刑清」, as shown below.
Today, we explore the idiom 「政簡刑清」. Below, we’ll cover its meaning and practical uses.
In the old days, it was used to describe a situation where the laws were simple, the social atmosphere was good, and there were few criminals. Often used to praise the achievements of local officials.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhèng jiǎn xíng qīng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jing3 gaan2 ying4 ching1
The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.
