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斤斤计较
Idiomjīnjīn jìjiào
Description
斤斤计较是说一个人太在意很小的事情，比如一点钱或者一点小便宜，不愿意吃一点亏。
斤斤计较 means being overly concerned with trivial matters, like a little money or a small advantage, unwilling to accept any loss.
这个词常常带着不好的意思，用来说别人太小气。
This term often has a negative connotation, used to describe someone as too petty.
Meanings
斤斤计较jīnjīn jìjiào
to fuss over tiny things or small gains
他为了几块钱斤斤计较，真没意思。
He fusses over a few cents, which is really pointless.
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Notes
- Etymology
斤斤 (measuring by the tiny 斤) + 计较 (to haggle/calculate), so weighing every small amount.
- Nuance
usually negative, describing someone petty over money, favors, or trivial matters.
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