We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「一飲一啄」 and its meaning below.
The idiom 「一飲一啄」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Drink: drink water; peck: birds eat food. Originally it meant that birds eat when they want to eat and drink when they want to drink, and live a free and easy life. Later it also refers to people’s diet.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yī yǐn yī zhuó
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yat1 yam2 yat1 deuk3/deung1
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.
