砺世磨钝 — “To inspire and motivate people”
砺世磨钝 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to inspire and motivate people”. Especially to educate and refine those who are dull-witted or unlearned. Literally, “Sharpen the world, grind the dull”.
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这位老师一生致力于教育事业，希望通过自己的努力，砺世磨钝，让更多学生开启智慧
This teacher dedicated his life to education, hoping to inspire and refine the unlearned through his efforts, enabling more students to awaken their wisdom.
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What does 砺世磨钝 mean?
砺世磨钝 (lì shì mó dùn) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to inspire and motivate people”.
How do you pronounce 砺世磨钝?
砺世磨钝 is pronounced lì shì mó dùn in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 砺世磨钝 literally mean?
Literally, 砺世磨钝 means “Sharpen the world, grind the dull”. It is used to mean “to inspire and motivate people”.
What is the Chinese definition of 砺世磨钝?
激励世俗，磨炼愚钝。