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English translation for "掂斤播两"

[ diānjīnbòliǎng ] 
(形容过分计较小事, 也说“掂斤簸两”) argue about little details; be calculating and unwilling to make the smallest sacrifice; be calculating in small matters; concentrate on details; engage in petty calculations; make a fuss over trifles
Example Sentences:
1.He has a canny bit land of his own, and need not look on two sides of a penny .
牧师阁下有一块不孬的土地,用不着掂斤播两的。
Similar Words:
"掂" English translation, "掂掂这有多重" English translation, "掂掇" English translation, "掂机" English translation, "掂记录" English translation, "掂量" English translation, "掂量;斟酌" English translation, "掂算" English translation, "掂信号" English translation, "滇" English translation