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三纲五常 Meaning

三纲五常

Learn the meaning of 三纲五常, its pinyin, English explanation, topic links, and related Chinese expressions.

Quick answer: 三纲五常 means three principles and five virtues (idiom).

Meaning in English

Three principles and five virtues (idiom)

Chinese三纲五常
Pinyinsan1 gang1 wu3 chang2
Definitionsthree principles and five virtues (idiom)
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What does 三纲五常 mean?

三纲五常 means three principles and five virtues (idiom).

How do you pronounce 三纲五常?

三纲五常 is pronounced san1 gang1 wu3 chang2 in Mandarin pinyin.

Is 三纲五常 a Chinese idiom or saying?

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