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有钱能使鬼推磨

Yǒu qián néng shǐ guǐ tuī mò
Money makes the world go round.

With money, you can make even a ghost push a millstone.

Money has almost unlimited power—it can buy favors, influenc...

Money has almost unlimited power—it can buy favors, influence, and even things that seem impossible. In the real world, cash can solve problems that morality, persuasion, or effort cannot.

This saying is both cynical and humorous, reflecting a pragmatic Chinese view of money's power in society. It's often quoted with a wry smile, acknowledging that money rules—but not necessarily approving of it.

Someone might say this when a bureaucratic process is stuck for months, but after a 'gift' to the right person, it's approved in a day.

This saying reflects a pragmatic, sometimes cynical view that money can override morality and obstacles. It signals that in a society where resources are scarce, wealth is seen as the ultimate tool for solving problems, even at the cost of ethics. Chinese people use it to comment on corruption, bribery, or the power of financial incentives in everyday transactions.

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