ping3 ming6拼命
Jyutpingping3 ming6
Yaleping mihng
Definition
To risk one's life or go all out; to do something with utmost effort regardless of danger.
- to risk one's life; to do something at the hazard of one's life
- to exert the utmost effort; to go all out; to do everything one can
colloquialdaily actionswork
How it's used
Focuses on the intensity of effort rather than the literal act of dying. It is frequently used to describe someone working excessively hard or sacrificing their well-being for a specific goal. The tone is often one of slight concern or admiration for someone's extreme dedication.
Examples
He is really going all out for that job.
Related words
Common phrases
to work oneself to the bone
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple hard work. It implies an extreme, potentially unhealthy level of exertion that goes beyond normal effort.
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