Unable to do manual labor and distinguish common grains; refers to someone who is out of touch with practical work and lacks basic life skills and knowledge of agricultural matters.
有些年轻人脱离实际，从不参加体力劳动，真是四体不勤，五谷不分，对基本的农作物都叫不上名字。
Some young people are out of touch with reality, never participating in manual labor, truly 'four limbs are not diligent, five grains cannot be distinguished,' and cannot even name basic crops.
Era:
Ancient
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Story:
During the Spring and Autumn period, Confucius traveled around various states with his student Zilu, promoting Confucianism.
One day, Zilu got separated from the group and met an old farmer. He asked the farmer if he had seen his teacher.
The old farmer replied, "Your four limbs are not diligent, and you cannot distinguish the five grains. Who could your master be?" Zilu realized his rudeness and apologized.
The old farmer then invited him to his home.
The next day, Confucius considered the old farmer to be a recluse.
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