求之不得 (qiú zhī bú) — to be just what one wishes for; a dream come true; to be most welcome; to be happy to accept
Definition
Classical idiom meaning 'exactly what one has been hoping for' — used to express delight at receiving something long desired or offered. Often functions as a polite, enthusiastic acceptance.
idiom
to be just what one wishes fora dream come trueto be most welcometo be happy to accept
Examples
- 求之不得。Zhè ge gōng zuò jī huì duì wǒ lái shuō zhēn shì qiú zhī bú.This job opportunity is truly a dream come true for me.
- ，求之不得。Nǐ néng lái bāng máng, wǒ qiú zhī bú.I couldn't ask for more that you can come and help.
- ，求之不得。Tā yāo qǐng wǒ yì qǐ qù lǚ xíng, wǒ qiú zhī bú.He invited me to travel together, and I couldn't be happier.
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