拼命三郎 (pīn mìng sān láng) — Desperate third ...
Literally translating to 'desperate third brother', this term is used to describe someone who works extremely hard or dedicates themselves passionately to a task without regard for their own well-being.
Example Usage
他工作拼命三郎，真让人佩服。
He works like a desperate third brother; it’s truly admirable.
Cultural Context
This term often carries both admiration and concern, reflecting the balance between hard work and personal health.
Category: daily-life