尹邢避面 — “Refers to two people”

尹邢避面 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “refers to two people”. Often rivals or those in a similar position, avoiding each other due to jealousy, rivalry, or an uncomfortable situation. It implies an intentional separation to prevent conflict or comparison. Literally, “Yin and Xing avoid meeting”.

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尹邢避面 Pronunciation and Pinyin

尹邢避面 Character Breakdown

Stroke Order

Character	Pinyin	Strokes	Meaning
尹	yǐn	4	govern or manage
邢	xíng	7	Xing surname
避	bì	16	avoid or take shelter
面	miàn	9	face, surface, side, flour, noodles

Example Sentence with 尹邢避面

公司里两位业绩突出的同事，因为担心被比较，常常尹邢避面，很少在公开场合交流。

In the company, two colleagues with outstanding performance often avoid meeting each other, fearing comparison, and rarely communicate in public.

Origin and Story of 尹邢避面

During the Western Han Dynasty, Emperor Wu of Han simultaneously favored Lady Yin and Lady Xing, showering them with attention. To prevent them from competing and causing strife, the Emperor issued an edict forbidding them from meeting each other.

Later, Lady Yin requested Emperor Wu to allow her to see Lady Xing. After much consideration, Emperor Wu agreed to her request.

Upon meeting, Lady Yin lowered her head, wept bitterly, and sighed, admitting her inferiority to Lady Xing.