EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 2 MIN
大器晚成 (dà qì wǎn chéng)
from 每天成语|Chinese Idioms in Stories · host 每天成语
📖 Today's 成语: 大器晚成 (dà qì wǎn chéng)Meaning: Great vessels take long to complete (A late bloomer)Summary: 大器晚成 (dà qì wǎn chéng) is a classic idiom used to describe 'late bloomers.' It suggests that significant talent and character require time to develop. In modern usage, it is frequently employed to praise those who find success in middle or old age, or as a form of encouragement for those who are currently struggling but possess great potential.Read the full transcript with multilingual translations, meaning/usage notes, examples, and cultural context:大器晚成 (dà qì wǎn chéng) | 每天成语
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📖 Today's 成语: 大器晚成 (dà qì wǎn chéng) Meaning: Great vessels take long to complete (A late bloomer) Summary: 大器晚成 (dà qì wǎn chéng) is a classic idiom used to describe 'late bloomers.' It suggests that significant talent and character require time to develop. In modern usage, it is frequently employed to praise those who find success in middle or old age, or as a form of encouragement for those who are currently struggling but possess great potential. Read the full transcript with multilingual...
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