HSK V7-9
Correct

无所作为

/ wú suǒ zuòwéi /
Strokes

Definition

attempting nothing and accomplishing nothing (idiom); without any initiative or drive/feckless

Example

Definition

attempt nothing and accomplish nothing; be in a state of inertia/apathy

1
Fǎnduìdǎng
反对党
píng
批评
zhèng
政府
zài
zuìjìn
最近
shípǐn
食品
wēi
危机
zhōng
suǒzuòwéi
无所作为

The opposition criticized the government for its inaction during the recent food crisis.

2
bèizi
一辈子
suǒzuòwéi
无所作为

He accomplished nothing throughout his life.