- 一口吃个胖子 yīkǒuchīgepàngzi expect instant successTo try to achieve one's goal in the shortest time possible or expect immediate results from a single effort; to be overambitious or impatient for success.
- 一口吃不成胖子 yīkǒuchībùchéngpàngzi gradual progresssignificant achievement requires time, effort and persistence; one cannot expect instant success