To learn from others

To learn from others

Chinese idiom, Pinyin is h á OQ ǔ zh ì L ó ng, which means to take advantage of others. It comes from the epitaph of Jin Yuanqing by Chen Liang of Song Dynasty.

Idiom usage

Used as a predicate or attributive; used to plunder wealth, etc

Analysis of Idioms

Synonym: Extortion

The origin of Idioms

In the epitaph of Jin Yuanqing written by Chen Liang of the Song Dynasty, it is said that "as a family, he is thrifty and diligent. He has accumulated a lot of money, and has achieved success in using it. However, the skill of taking wisdom from others is not used, so there is no resentment against others."

Idiom explanation

It's just a matter of taking things by chance.