捞偏门 (lāo piān mén) — To fish in the side door

Literally 'to fish in the side door,' it refers to engaging in side jobs or unorthodox methods of earning money, often implying a sense of opportunism or taking risks.

Example Usage

他总是想捞偏门,找一些小生意。

He always looks for side jobs and small businesses.

Cultural Context

This reflects a common entrepreneurial spirit in modern society, where side hustles are increasingly popular.

Category: daily-life