兴云布雨 — “To call forth clouds and bring rain”
兴云布雨 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to call forth clouds and bring rain”. To possess immense supernatural power or magical abilities, often attributed to deities or mythical beings. Literally, “Raise clouds and spread rain”.
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兴云布雨 Pronunciation and Pinyin
兴云布雨 Character Breakdown
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传说中的神仙可以兴云布雨，改变自然景象
According to legend, immortal beings could raise clouds and bring rain, altering natural scenery.
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Synonyms of 兴云布雨
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What does 兴云布雨 mean?
兴云布雨 (xīng yún bù yǔ) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to call forth clouds and bring rain”.
How do you pronounce 兴云布雨?
兴云布雨 is pronounced xīng yún bù yǔ in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 兴云布雨 literally mean?
Literally, 兴云布雨 means “Raise clouds and spread rain”. It is used to mean “to call forth clouds and bring rain”.
What is the Chinese definition of 兴云布雨?
兴：兴起。兴起云彩，布下雨。比喻神魔鬼怪神通广大