Definition
大包大揽 is a four-character idiom (固定短语) describing someone who takes on all tasks or responsibilities, often in an overbearing or presumptuous manner. The structure '大...大...' emphasizes the scale, and '包揽' means to take charge of everything. It carries a derogatory tone, suggesting that the person is arrogating authority or overstepping their bounds.
f.e.
to assume all responsibilities or authority (often in a bossy or excessive way)
Examples
- 大包大揽，。Tā shénme shì dōu dà bāo dà lǎn, jiéguǒ bǎ zìjǐ lèi kuǎ le.He takes on everything, and as a result, he exhausted himself.
- 大包大揽，。Zhè jiàn shì nǐ bié dà bāo dà lǎn le, jiāo gěi biérén fēndān yíxià.Don't take on this matter all by yourself; let others share some of it.
- 大包大揽，。Lǐngdǎo xǐhuan dà bāo dà lǎn, xiàshǔ fǎn'ér méiyǒu fāhuī kōngjiān.The leader likes to monopolize everything, leaving subordinates with no room to show their abilities.
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