📖 Meaning
To attempt the impossible overnight. Expecting instant success without the necessary gradual process.
📜 Origin Story
From folk wisdom mocking those who expect unrealistic shortcuts.
💡 Example Usage
创业没有一步登天的事。
There's no such thing as one-stepping to heaven in business.
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🔤 Quick Facts
- Chinese: 一步登天
- Pinyin: yī bù dēng tiān
- Literal Translation: one step, climb to heaven
- Category: Action
- Characters: 4