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忍无可忍(忍無可忍)

rěn wú kě rěnLife Philosophy

忍无可忍 (rěn wú kě rěn) literally meansendure without possibility of enduringand expressesbeyond endurance; can't take it anymore”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving life philosophy.

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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.

When to Use

Situation: After repeated offenses, his patience finally ran out.


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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 toEndure without possibility of enduringand is used to expressBeyond endurance; can't take it anymore”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theLife 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 isrěn wú kě rěn”.