三长两短 (sān cháng liǎng duǎn)

📖 Today's 成语: 三长两短 (sān cháng liǎng duǎn) Meaning: Three long and two short (unexpected misfortune or death) Summary: The idiom 三长两短 (sān cháng liǎng duǎn) literally translates to 'three long and two short.' It is a delicate way to refer to life-threatening danger or death without using the word directly. Because it carries an ominous tone, it is primarily used when expressing deep worry for a loved one or issuing a stern warning about a dangerous situation. Read the full transcript with multilingual translations, meaning/usage notes, examples, and cultural context:三长两短 (sān cháng liǎng duǎn) | 每天成语