栋折榱崩 — “To describe the collapse or death of a key figure or leader”
栋折榱崩 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to describe the collapse or death of a key figure or leader”. Leading to the ruin or destabilization of an organization or situation. Literally, “The main beam breaks and the rafters collapse”.
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Origin and Story of 栋折榱崩
During the Jin Dynasty, Yu Liang was preparing to flee. He turned back to Zhong Ya, entrusting him with the grave responsibilities of the court after his departure.
Zhong Ya asked, "If the main beam breaks and the rafters collapse, whose responsibility will it be?"
Yu Liang replied, "The current situation does not allow for further discussion; you should strive to achieve the restoration of the capital!"
Zhong Ya then said, "I hope you will prove yourself worthy, no less than Xun Linfu."
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What does 栋折榱崩 mean?
栋折榱崩 (dòng zhé cuī bēng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to describe the collapse or death of a key figure or leader”.
How do you pronounce 栋折榱崩?
栋折榱崩 is pronounced dòng zhé cuī bēng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 栋折榱崩 literally mean?
Literally, 栋折榱崩 means “the main beam breaks and the rafters collapse”. It is used to mean “to describe the collapse or death of a key figure or leader”.
Where does 栋折榱崩 come from?
栋折榱崩 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 栋折榱崩?
榱：椽子。正梁和椽子都毁坏了。比喻当政的人倒台或死去。