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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 2 MIN

投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo)

from 每天成语|Chinese Idioms in Stories · host 每天成语

📖 Today's 成语: 投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) Meaning: To resort to dubious tricks (opportunism) Summary: 投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) describes an attitude of avoiding hard work in favor of manipulation and shortcuts. Whether in studies, business, or social interactions, it implies 'gaming the system' or being 'shifty' to achieve success without earning it. It highlights a fundamental lack of sincerity and is used to condemn those who prefer clever tricks over steady progress. Read the full transcript with multilingual translations, meaning/usage notes, examples, and cultural context:投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) | 每天成语

📖 Today's 成语: 投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) Meaning: To resort to dubious tricks (opportunism) Summary: 投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) describes an attitude of avoiding hard work in favor of manipulation and shortcuts. Whether in studies, business, or social interactions, it implies 'gaming the system' or being 'shifty' to achieve success without earning it. It highlights a fundamental lack of sincerity and is used to condemn those who prefer clever tricks over steady progress. Read the full transcript wit...

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📖 Today's 成语: 投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) Meaning: To resort to dubious tricks (opportunism) Summary: 投机取巧 (tóu jī qǔ qiǎo) describes an attitude of avoiding hard work in favor of manipulation and shortcuts. Whether in studies, business, or social...

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