算沙抟空 — “To achieve the seemingly impossible”
算沙抟空 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to achieve the seemingly impossible”. To handle extremely complex or intricate tasks with exceptional skill, demonstrating abilities beyond ordinary people. Literally, “counting sand and molding air”.
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What does 算沙抟空 mean?
算沙抟空 (suàn shā tuán kōng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to achieve the seemingly impossible”.
How do you pronounce 算沙抟空?
算沙抟空 is pronounced suàn shā tuán kōng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 算沙抟空 literally mean?
Literally, 算沙抟空 means “counting sand and molding air”. It is used to mean “to achieve the seemingly impossible”.
What is the Chinese definition of 算沙抟空?
算：计算；抟：聚捏成团。比喻驾御繁难，能为人之所不能