keep a tight rein on self and cut down on expense
Chinese idiom, Pinyin is j ǐ NSH ē NJI é yॸng, which means to cultivate one's character and practice, save one's use. From the book of filial piety, chapter of common people.
The origin of Idioms
"The book of filial piety, the chapter of common people:" be cautious and use it to support your parents. "
Idiom usage
If a villain has few desires, he can be careful and frugal, which is far from the fault of a rich family. "Training thrifty to show health" by Sima Guang in Song Dynasty
Chinese PinYin : jǐn shēn jié yòng
keep a tight rein on self and cut down on expense
Summer insects can't talk ice. xià chóng bù kě yǐ yǔ bīng
short clothing in imperfect condition. duān hè bù wán
become destitute and homeless. liú yí shī suǒ
Report from the top to the bottom. shàng zhēng xià bào