不见棺材不掉泪
phrase idiomatic expressions
LanguageChinese (China)
Meaning- Not shedding tears until seeing the coffin (to not take warnings seriously until it’s too late)
- This idiom describes a stubborn person who refuses to change their ways or accept reality until they encounter an unavoidable, painful consequence.
他不见棺材不掉泪，直到公司破产才后悔。
He is someone who doesn't see the coffin until the tears fall; he only regretted it after the company went bankrupt.
你总是不见棺材不掉泪，应该早点听劝。
You are always someone who doesn't see the coffin until the tears fall; you should have listened to advice sooner.
Registerinformal
Usage noteIt is typically used to criticize someone for their lack of foresight or excessive stubbornness.
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