✨ “吃力不讨好” (chī lì bù tǎo hǎo) 🌟 It means: “To put in a lot of effort but gain no appreciation.” 📚 This saying describes: Trying very hard to help or do something, but ending up unappreciated or even criticized. 👉 For example: “我已经尽力帮他了，结果却吃力不讨好。” “I tried my best to help, but it only backfired.”