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鞠躬尽瘁(鞠躬盡瘁)

jū gōng jìn cuìRelationships & Character

鞠躬尽瘁 (jū gōng jìn cuì) literally meansbow and exhaust oneself completelyand expressesdevote oneself completely; work until exhausted”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving relationships & character.

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Pronunciation: jū gōng jìn cuì Literal meaning: Bow and exhaust oneself completely

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes bowing (鞠躬) while exhausting oneself completely (尽瘁). It comes from Zhuge Liang's famous memorial 'Chu Shi Biao,' where he pledged to serve his lord until death exhausted him. The phrase represents the highest form of devotion and selfless service. The complete saying adds '死而后已' (only stopping at death). Modern usage describes total dedication to a cause, work, or duty, particularly praising those who sacrifice personal wellbeing for others.

When to Use

Situation: He devoted his entire life to public service until his last breath.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 鞠躬尽瘁 mean in English?

鞠躬尽瘁 (jū gōng jìn cuì) literally translates toBow and exhaust oneself completelyand is used to expressDevote oneself completely; work until exhausted”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theRelationships & Character category..

When is 鞠躬尽瘁 used?

Situation: He devoted his entire life to public service until his last breath.

What is the pinyin for 鞠躬尽瘁?

The pinyin pronunciation for 鞠躬尽瘁 isjū gōng jìn cuì”.