English–Chinese
“idiom” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinchéng yǔ
Example
这个成语我不懂。zhè ge chéng yǔ wǒ bù dǒng
I do not understand this idiom.
How to say “idiom” in Chinese
“Idiom” in Chinese is 成语 (chéng yǔ).
A small, fixed verbal package that turns a whole situation into familiar shorthand.
Example sentences with 成语
很多成语的来历可以追溯到古代。hěn duō chéng yǔ de lái lì ké yǐ zhuī sù dào gǔ dài
The origins of many idioms can be traced back to ancient times.
Tips for using 成语
- In everyday conversation, these expressions can sound more formal or literary than a direct explanation, especially when the listener does not know the background story.