先声后实 — “To create an imposing impression or strong momentum first”
先声后实 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to create an imposing impression or strong momentum first”. Then follow with concrete action or a display of actual power. Literally, “First momentum, then substance”.
先声后实 Pronunciation and Pinyin
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- xiān先gōng公hòu后sī私prioritize public over private interest
- xiān先wù务zhī之jí急most urgent task
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What does 先声后实 mean?
先声后实 (xiān shēng hòu shí) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to create an imposing impression or strong momentum first”.
How do you pronounce 先声后实?
先声后实 is pronounced xiān shēng hòu shí in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 先声后实 literally mean?
Literally, 先声后实 means “First momentum, then substance”. It is used to mean “to create an imposing impression or strong momentum first”.
What is the Chinese definition of 先声后实?
声：声势；实：实力。比喻先用声势挫折敌方士气，然后交战。