适当 (shì dàng) — suitable; appropriate
Definition
A more formal, written register of 'suitable, appropriate,' commonly used in formal writing and instructions. Compared to the everyday 合适, 适当 sounds more formal and emphasizes the right degree or timing rather than a basic fit.
adjective
suitableappropriate
Examples
- 适当适当。Wǒ men yào zài shì dàng de shí jiān zuò shì dàng de shì qing.We need to do the right things at the right time.
- ，适当。Gōng zuò suī rán máng, yě yào shì dàng xiū xi.Even if work is busy, you still need to rest appropriately.
- ，。Zhè ge jì huà bú shì dàng, xū yào xiū gǎi.This plan is not suitable; it needs revision.
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