wǎ​fǔ​léi​míng

mediocrities making a big show

瓦釜雷鸣 瓦釜雷鳴 wǎ​fǔ​léi​míng
mediocrities making a big show
Literally meaning an earthenware pot makes a thunderous sound; used to describe mediocre or untalented people occupying high-ranking positions while virtuous people are ignored; also used to describe poor writing becoming popular. Often used in contrast with 黄钟毁弃 huáng​zhōng​huǐ​qì.

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