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以防万一
Idiomyǐ fáng wàn yī
Description
“以防万一”的意思是提前做好准备，防止不好的事情发生。
The meaning of "以防万一" is to prepare in advance to prevent bad things from happening.
我们常常用它来说明为什么要多带东西或者多做一些准备。
We often use it to explain why we should bring extra things or make more preparations.
Meanings
以防万一yǐ fáng wàn yī
just in case; to be prepared for the worst
带上雨伞吧，以防万一下雨。
Take an umbrella just in case it rains.
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Notes
- Etymology
以 (in order to) + 防 (guard against) + 万一 (one in ten thousand, i.e. the off chance).
- Nuance
often used at the end or start of a clause to justify a precaution.
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