自作自受 (zì zuò zì shòu) — Meaning 'one reaps what one sows
Meaning 'one reaps what one sows,' this phrase is often used to indicate that someone's misfortune is a result of their own actions.
Example Usage
他今天遭遇的麻烦,真是自作自受。
The troubles he faced today were truly self-inflicted.
Cultural Context
This phrase can be used humorously or seriously, depending on the context.
Category: savage-humor