净身出户 (jìng shēn chū hù) — To leave with nothing' ...

This phrase means 'to leave with nothing' and is used in the context of breakups or divorces where one partner leaves without retaining any shared assets. It reflects the harsh realities of personal relationships.

Example Usage

在离婚时,他选择了净身出户,不想再纠缠。

He chose to leave with nothing during the divorce, not wanting any more entanglements.

Cultural Context

Commonly referenced in discussions about relationships, particularly in serious contexts of separation.

Category: love-friends