Definition
This four-character idiom means 'not worth mentioning' — used to downplay something as trivial, insignificant, or unworthy of attention. It's common in humble responses (when someone thanks you) or to dismiss a minor issue. The tone is often modest or dismissive, depending on context.
idiom
not worth mentioninginsignificantnothing to speak of
Examples
- 不值一提，。Zhè diǎn xiǎo shì bú, nín bié kèqi.This little matter is not worth mentioning — don't be polite.
- ，不值一提。Tā bāng le wǒ yí ge xiǎo máng, tā juéde bú.He did me a small favor; he thought it was nothing worth mentioning.
- 不值一提，。Nàxiē chéngjì bú, wǒ hái yào jìxù nǔlì.Those achievements are not worth mentioning; I still need to keep working hard.
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