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一丝一毫
Idiomyīsī yīháo
Description
“一丝一毫”是一个成语，表示非常小、非常少的一点点东西。
"一丝一毫" is an idiom meaning a very tiny or very small amount of something.
人们常用它来说明连最小的部分也不能有。
People often use it to emphasize that not even the smallest part can be allowed.
Meanings
一丝一毫yīsī yīháo
the tiniest bit; a scrap; the least amount
这件事没有一丝一毫的错误。
There is not the slightest mistake in this matter.
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Notes
- Etymology
丝 and 毫 are both ancient units of tiny measure, doubled for emphasis.
- Nuance
usually used with a negative to stress 'not even the slightest bit'.
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