舟车楫马 — “Describes ancient naval warfare”
舟车楫马 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “describes ancient naval warfare”. Where war vessels were maneuvered like chariots and oars were used like horses, symbolizing military operations on water. Literally, “Boats and chariots, oars and horses”.
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What does 舟车楫马 mean?
舟车楫马 (zhōu chē jí mǎ) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “describes ancient naval warfare”.
How do you pronounce 舟车楫马?
舟车楫马 is pronounced zhōu chē jí mǎ in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 舟车楫马 literally mean?
Literally, 舟车楫马 means “Boats and chariots, oars and horses”. It is used to mean “describes ancient naval warfare”.
What is the Chinese definition of 舟车楫马?
舟：船；楫：船桨。古时以战船当车，以船桨当马。指古代的水战