不大不小 (bú) — just the right size or age; neither too big nor too small, neither too young nor too old
Definition
An idiom meaning 'just the right size or amount' — not too big, not too small, perfect for the situation. Often used to describe clothes fitting well, a suitable amount, or the right age for something.
idiom
just the right size or ageneither too big nor too smallneither too young nor too old
Examples
- 不大不小，。Zhè jiàn yī fu wǒ chuān bú, zhèng hé shì.This piece of clothing fits me perfectly, just the right size.
- 不大不小，。Tā bú de nián jì, zuò zhè ge gōng zuò hěn hǎo.He's just the right age for this job.
- 不大不小，。Zhè xiē cài bú, wǒ men liǎ zhèng hǎo chī wán.This amount of food is just right; we two can finish it just fine.
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