chī​yìng​bù​chī​ruǎn

to yield to force but reject persuasion

Senses

吃硬不吃软/ 吃硬不吃軟 chī​yìng​bù​chī​ruǎn to yield to force but reject persuasion

Describes someone who complies or submits only when faced with forceful or tough methods but remains stubborn or unresponsive to gentle persuasion or kindness

References

antonym 吃硬不吃软/吃硬不吃軟 吃软不吃硬/吃軟不吃硬
see 吃硬不吃软/吃硬不吃軟 吃软不吃硬/吃軟不吃硬