Our free resources help you explore Chinese idioms and proverbs. These phrases are full of meaning and widely applicable. Today, we introduce 「道不拾遺」—details below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「道不拾遺」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
Lost: lost property. No one picks up other people’s lost things on the road. Describes a good social atmosphere.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
dào bù shí yí
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
dou6 bat1 sap6 wai4
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.
