不名一文 (bù míng yī wén)

📖 Today's 成语: 不名一文 (bù míng yī wén) Meaning: Penniless / Not having a cent to one's name Summary: The idiom 不名一文 (bù míng yī wén) is a formal way to describe being completely destitute. It is often used in narratives to highlight a dramatic change in fortune—such as a wealthy person losing everything—or by successful individuals reflecting on their humble beginnings. While the phrase 身无分文 (shēn wú fēn wén) is more common in casual speech, 不名一文 (bù míng yī wén) provides a stronger literary emphasis on the state of having absolutely nothing. Read the full transcript with multilingual translations, meaning/usage notes, examples, and cultural context:不名一文 (bù míng yī wén) | 每天成语