忍无可忍
忍无可忍 (rěn wú kě rěn) literally means “endure without possibility of enduring” and expresses “beyond endurance; can't take it anymore”. This idiom is used when describing situations involving life philosophy.
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Beyond endurance; can't take it anymore
Pronunciation: rěn wú kě rěn Literal meaning: Endure without possibility of enduring
Origin & Usage
This idiom describes enduring (忍) until there is nothing (无) left that can (可) be endured (忍). The repetition of 'ren' (忍, endure) emphasizes the limit being reached. Chinese culture values patience and forbearance, making this breaking point significant. The phrase appeared in texts describing moments when even the most patient person must act. Modern usage marks the threshold where tolerance ends and response becomes necessary.
Examples
English: "After repeated offenses, his patience finally ran out."
Chinese: 在反复冒犯后，他终于忍无可忍。
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 忍无可忍 mean in English?
忍无可忍 (rěn wú kě rěn) literally translates to “Endure without possibility of enduring” and is used to express “Beyond endurance; can't take it anymore”. This Chinese idiom belongs to the Life Philosophy category.
When is 忍无可忍 used?
Situation: After repeated offenses, his patience finally ran out.
What is the pinyin for 忍无可忍?
The pinyin pronunciation for 忍无可忍 is “rěn wú kě rěn”.