画大饼 (huà dà bǐng) — To draw a big pancake
Literally meaning 'to draw a big pancake,' this term refers to making grand promises or plans that are unlikely to be fulfilled. It often indicates false hopes or unrealistic expectations, especially in corporate or social contexts.
Example Usage
老板总是画大饼，让我们觉得未来很美好。
The boss always makes grand promises, making us feel optimistic about the future.
Cultural Context
Used in corporate settings to criticize unrealistic visions of projects.
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