绰绰有余 (chāo) — more than enough; ample; plenty to spare (of resources, ability, time, etc.)
Definition
A formal idiom meaning 'more than enough' — emphasizes that resources or ability comfortably exceed what's needed, leaving room to spare. Written register; for everyday speech, '足够了' is more natural.
idiom
more than enoughampleplenty to spare (of resources, ability, time, etc.)
Examples
- 绰绰有余。Tā de jīng yàn yìng duì zhè ge xiàng mù chāo.His experience is more than enough for this project.
- 绰绰有余，。Zhè cì yù suàn liǎng wàn kuài chāo, bú yòng zài shēn qǐng le.This budget of 20,000 yuan is ample; no need to apply for more.
- ，绰绰有余。Yǐ tā de cái huá, shèng rèn zhè ge zhí wèi chāo.With his talent, he is more than qualified for this position.
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