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适当
shìdàng
Description
“适当”的意思是合适、恰好的，不多也不少。
"适当" means suitable or appropriate, neither too much nor too little.
我们常说“适当的时候”或者“适当的方法”。
We often say "适当的时候" (the appropriate time) or "适当的方法" (the appropriate method).
Meanings
适当shìdàng
suitable; appropriate; proper
你要选一个适当的时间去。
You should choose an appropriate time to go.
适当shìdàng
appropriately; properly (to a suitable degree)
你应该适当休息一下。
You should take a proper rest.
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Notes
- Etymology
适 (fit/suit) + 当 (proper/match), together meaning fitting and proper.
- Nuance
适当 stresses suitable degree or amount; 合适 more broadly means a good match.
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