Chinese idiom 行云流水
February 15, 2025•78 words
Love the Chinese idiom 行云流水 (xíng yún liú shuǐ) , it literally means “floating clouds and flowing water.” It describes something that moves smoothly, naturally, and effortlessly.
It is often used to praise:
• Writing or calligraphy that is fluid and graceful.
• Music that flows harmoniously.
• Actions or movements that are smooth and unforced, such as in martial arts or dance.
A good English equivalent would be “effortless flow” or “graceful and natural like flowing water.”