久而久之 (jiǔ ér jiǔ zhī) — gradually over time; as time passes

Definition

Sets up a long time frame to introduce a gradual, often unexpected result. Pairs with 慢慢 to emphasize how slowly a change accumulates.

idiom

gradually over timeas time passes

久而久之，。
jiǔ ér jiǔ zhī, Nǐ huì fā xiàn zhè lǐ de hǎo chù.
As time passes, you'll discover the benefits of this place.
，久而久之。
Tā měi tiān liàn xí, jiǔ ér jiǔ zhī jiù chéng le zhuān jiā.
He practiced every day, and gradually became an expert.
久而久之，。
jiǔ ér jiǔ zhī, Tā men zhī jiān de wù huì màn màn xiāo chú le.
As time went on, the misunderstanding between them gradually cleared up.

Characters in this word

A drawing of the thing itself, worn down over three thousand years into a few strokes.

久 likely came from a simple drawing of an arrow tip.

A drawing of the thing itself, worn down over three thousand years into a few strokes.

The shape of 而 is a picture of a beard.

A drawing of the thing itself, worn down over three thousand years into a few strokes.

久 likely came from a simple drawing of an arrow tip.

Two or more meaningful parts placed together so that their meanings combine into a new one.

The shape pairs 止, a foot, with 一, a beginning place, and means to go.