cyun4 ging1 sung3 bou2傳經送寶传经送宝

Jyutpingcyun4 ging1 sung3 bou2

Yalechyùhn gīng sung bóu

Definition

To pass on one's valuable experience and knowledge to others.

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How it's used

This idiom carries a slightly formal or respectful tone, often used when an experienced person offers guidance to someone less experienced. It implies that the advice being shared is highly practical and beneficial, akin to passing on a secret manual or treasure. While it sounds professional, it is frequently used in workplace settings or mentorship contexts to express genuine appreciation for someone's mentorship.

Examples

do1多ze6謝nei5你gam1今jat6日gwo3過lai2嚟cyun4傳ging1經sung3送bou2寶。

Thanks for coming over today to share your valuable experience.

keoi5佢hou2好lok6樂ji3意tung4同san1新jan4人cyun4傳ging1經sung3送bou2寶㗎。

He is very willing to pass on his valuable experience to the newcomers.

Common phrases

zyun1專cing4程cyun4傳ging1經sung3送bou2寶

make a special trip to share valuable experience

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for a literal religious or academic term, but it is purely metaphorical in modern usage. Avoid using it in casual, everyday small talk with close friends, as it can sound overly dramatic or ironic in those contexts.