Chinese proverbs are usually four-character expressions that refer to a story from ancient times. They are meant to offer a short explanation for the varied events of life.

???? Yang Jí Chí Yú

Harm Comes to Chí Yú

There was man named Chí Yú. He lived just outside the town gates. One day there was a fire in the town and because of the strong wind, Chí Yú’s house caught fire while he was inside. He couldn’t escape and he died.

This proverb is said when bad things happen for no apparent reason.