分道扬镳 (fēn) — to part ways; to diverge; to go separate ways (set phrase)
Definition
An idiom meaning to go separate ways after a split in goals or views — usually between former partners or close associates, not a casual parting. The tone is final and dignified, like 'to part company for good'.
idiom
to part waysto divergeto go separate ways (set phrase)
Examples
- 分道扬镳。Tā men zài shì yè shàng zuì zhōng fēn le.They eventually parted ways in their careers.
- ，分道扬镳。Yóu yú yì jiàn bù hé, liǎng rén fēn.Due to differing opinions, the two parted ways.
- 分道扬镳，。Wǒ men suī rán fēn, dàn yī rán shì péng you.Although we have gone our separate ways, we are still friends.
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