Definition
This is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'to rake in money hand over fist' — literally 'daily income of a peck of gold.' It vividly describes a business, investment, or career that is extremely profitable, often used to compliment someone's financial success. You can use it as a predicate or attribute (e.g., 日进斗金的生意 'a business that makes a fortune'). The tone is admiring and slightly hyperbolic.
idiom
to make a huge profit every dayto earn money hand over fist
Examples
- 日进斗金，。Tā de gōngsī xiànzài rì jìn dǒu, shēngyì hǎo de bùdéliǎo.His company is raking in money now; business is incredibly good.
- ，日进斗金。Bié kàn zhè jiā xiǎo diàn bù qǐyǎn, shíjì shàng rì jìn dǒu.Don't underestimate this small shop; it actually makes a fortune every day.
- ，日进斗金。Rúguǒ nǐ néng zhuāzhù zhège shìchǎng jīhuì, bǎozhèng nǐ rì jìn dǒu.If you can seize this market opportunity, I guarantee you'll earn money hand over fist.
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