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顺其自然
Idiomshùn qí zì rán
Description
“顺其自然”的意思是不去强求，让事情按照它本来的样子发展。
The meaning of "顺其自然" is not to force things, but to let them develop naturally as they are.
当我们没办法控制结果的时候，常常会说“顺其自然”，表示放松心态、不着急。
When we can't control the outcome, we often say "顺其自然" to express a relaxed attitude and not to rush.
Meanings
顺其自然shùn qí zì rán
let things take their natural course
别太担心，顺其自然就好。
Don't worry too much, just go with the flow.
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Notes
- Etymology
顺 (follow) + 其 (its) + 自然 (nature) — literally 'follow its nature'.
- Nuance
positive, calm acceptance; unlike 听天由命, it is not resigned or fatalistic.
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