We aim to support your Chinese studies with free resources. In this series, we explore idioms and proverbs, full of meaning. Today’s feature is 「回船轉舵」, explained below.
The idiom 「回船轉舵」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
If a ship encounters an accident, it will return to the original route. A metaphor for changing the subject and easing a deadlock.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
huí chuán zhuǎn duò
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
wui4 syun4 jyun3 to4
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.
