以怨报德
yǐ​yuàn​bào​dé

to return evil for good

  1. 以 yǐ preposition
    by means of
    to use; by means of; with; using the tool or method introduced
  2. 怨 yuàn nounverb
    resentment
    (bound form) Resentment, hatred, or a grudge; often used in words like 抱怨 bào​yuàn and 怨恨 yuàn​hèn
  3. 报 報 bào nounverb
    to repay
    to repay; to recompense; to requite (a favor, kindness, etc.)
  4. 德 dé
    kindness
    favor; kindness; grace or a benefit bestowed upon someone