In vain(wǎng shǐ qiào hú)

In vain

As a Chinese idiom, the Pinyin is w ǎ ngsh ǐ Qi à oh ú, which means an unsophisticated utensil. It's the humble words of the host. It comes from the book of rites, Touhu.

Idiom explanation

Bending: Qu; arrow: arrow; whistle: incorrect; pot: Ancient utensils for throwing arrow for entertainment. Crooked arrow, crooked pot. The metaphor is not exquisite utensils, for the owner's humble words.

The origin of Idioms

In the book of rites, Touhu: "master, please say:" if there is a kettle in vain, please take it as a guest. "

Idiom usage

As an object or attribute, it is often used in self modesty.

Chinese PinYin : wǎng shǐ qiào hú