磨刀霍霍 — “To sharpen one's blade”
磨刀霍霍 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to sharpen one's blade”. Making diligent and intense preparations for an impending action, often implying a serious challenge or hostile confrontation. Literally, “Sharpening the blade with a 'huohuo' sound”.
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磨刀霍霍 Pronunciation and Pinyin
磨刀霍霍 Character Breakdown
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比赛进入白热化阶段，双方队员磨刀霍霍，都想争夺最后的胜利。
As the competition entered its fierce stage, both teams were sharpening their blades, each aiming for the final victory.
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What does 磨刀霍霍 mean?
磨刀霍霍 (mó dāo huò huò) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to sharpen one's blade”.
How do you pronounce 磨刀霍霍?
磨刀霍霍 is pronounced mó dāo huò huò in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 磨刀霍霍 literally mean?
Literally, 磨刀霍霍 means “Sharpening the blade with a 'huohuo' sound”. It is used to mean “to sharpen one's blade”.
What is the Chinese definition of 磨刀霍霍?
现多形容敌人在行动前频繁活动。