| Expression | 臨時抱佛腳 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | lit. to clasp the Buddha's feet when danger arises (成语 saw); fig. to profess devotion only when in trouble/doing things at the last minute/making a hasty last-minute effort |
| Reading | lam4 si4 pou5 fat6 geuk3 |
| Recall | y |
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