We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「尖酸刻薄」, with its explanation below.
In this introduction, we explore the idiom 「尖酸刻薄」. Its definition and ways to use it are shown below.
He speaks harshly and treats people cruelly.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
jiān suān kè báo
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jim1 syun1 haak1 bok6
Chinese idioms encompass an enormous variety, each rich in its meanings and uses. We’ve compiled these resources to support your efforts in learning the language.
