Learning Chinese is easier with our free resources! This series explains idioms and proverbs, valuable for various situations. Today’s idiom is 「釆蘭贈芍」, with more below.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「釆蘭贈芍」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Orchid: orchid, the flower has a fragrant scent; Peony: peony. It is a metaphor for men and women giving each other gifts to express their love.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
cǎi lán zèng sháo
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
bin6 laan4/laan1 jang6 cheuk3
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
