Meaning and Usage
"不厌其烦" literally means 'not tired of the trouble.' It describes someone who patiently and repeatedly explains, teaches, or helps without showing annoyance or impatience. This phrase is often used to praise someone's patience and dedication, especially in teaching, customer service, or any situation requiring repeated effort.
Common Collocations
These collocations emphasize the speaker's or subject's willingness to endure repetition or effort without complaint.
Usage Notes
This phrase is formal and polite, often used in written or respectful spoken contexts. It highlights positive qualities like patience and thoroughness. Avoid confusing it with phrases that imply annoyance or impatience. It is not used to describe negative feelings but rather commend persistent kindness.
Contrast
Unlike similar expressions that might focus on tolerance or endurance, 不厌其烦 specifically praises the active, patient repetition of effort or explanation without irritation.