一点一滴 (yī diǎn yī dī) — every little bit; accumulated small amounts
Definition
A set-phrase noun meaning every tiny piece, emphasizing accumulation over time. Common in written Chinese, especially for effort or progress built up bit by bit.
noun
every little bitaccumulated small amounts
Examples
- 一点一滴。Zhè xiē yī diǎn yī dī dōu shì tā duō nián nǔ lì de jié guǒ.These little bits are the result of his many years of effort.
- 一点一滴。Wǒ men bì xū zhēn xī měi yì fēn yī diǎn yī dī.We must cherish every single bit.
- ，。Měi yì yī diǎn yī dī dōu hěn zhēn guì, bù néng làng fèi.Every little bit is precious; don't waste it.
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