能者多劳 — “The capable do more work”
能者多劳 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “those who are capable are often burdened with more responsibilities and work; competent people are frequently called upon to do more”. Literally, “The capable do more work”.
能者多劳 Pronunciation and Pinyin
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What does 能者多劳 mean?
能者多劳 (néng zhě duō láo) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “those who are capable are often burdened with more responsibilities and work; competent people are frequently called upon to do more”.
How do you pronounce 能者多劳?
能者多劳 is pronounced néng zhě duō láo in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 能者多劳 literally mean?
Literally, 能者多劳 means “the capable do more work”. It is used to mean “those who are capable are often burdened with more responsibilities and work; competent people are frequently called upon to do more”.
What is the Chinese definition of 能者多劳?
能干的人做事多、劳累也多。