yán
jìn
zhǐ
yuǎn

idiom
common
literary

Meaning of 言近旨远

言近旨远 means simple language with profound meaning; plain words but far-reaching significance. Pronounced yán jìn zhǐ yuǎn.

  • simple language with profound meaning; plain words but far-reaching significance

Definitions & Examples

Zhè
piān
wén
zhāng
yán
jìn
zhǐ
yuǎn
 
zhí
 

This article uses simple language to convey profound meaning and is worth reading.

jiǎng
huà
zǒng
shì
yán
jìn
zhǐ
yuǎn
 
ràng
rén
huí
wèi
qióng
 

His speeches are always simple yet profound, leaving a lasting aftertaste.

Zhè
shǒu
shī
yán
jìn
zhǐ
yuǎn
 
jìng
shēn
yuǎn
 

This poem uses accessible language to express deep meaning with profound artistic conception.