hōng哄táng堂dà大xiào笑
To cause the entire room to burst into uproarious laughter; the whole audience roaring with laughter.
Era:
Ancient
Frequency:
Story:
During the Five Dynasties period, Feng Dao and He Ning both served in the Central Secretariat.
He Ning saw Feng Dao wearing new clothes and new shoes, so he asked Feng Dao how much his new shoes cost.
Feng Dao raised his left foot and said, "Only 900 cash (wen)."
He Ning immediately reprimanded his servant, accusing him of embezzling 900 cash when buying the shoes.
Feng Dao then immediately raised his right foot and said, "This one also cost 900 cash."
Everyone in the room then burst into uproarious laughter.