不劳而获
Bù láo ér huò
Literal Meaning: “To gain without working.”
The phrase describes obtaining something without putting in the necessary effort or labor.
Figurative Meaning: It is used to criticize someone who benefits from the work of others or gains rewards without contributing. It highlights the unfairness and lack of integrity in such behavior.
Usage Example: 不劳而获的财富是不会长久的。
Hanyu Pinying: Bù láo ér huò de cáifù shì bù huì chángjiǔ de.
English Meaning: Wealth gained without effort will not last.
Bible Verse: 2 Thessalonians 3:10 (NIV): “For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: ‘The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.'”
This directly addresses 不劳而获 by establishing that those who don’t work shouldn’t benefit from others’ labour.
