精打细算
jīng dǎ xì suàn
Definitions
- 1. meticulous planning and careful accounting (idiom)
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Usage notes
Common mistakes
Only use 精打细算 to describe a person or their behavior in managing finances or resources carefully, not for detailed planning in general.
Example Sentences
1 shown他买东西总是 精打细算 ，从不浪费。
He always budgets carefully when shopping and never wastes money.
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