Definition
一言一行 (yī yán yī xíng) is an idiom meaning 'every word and action' — it covers both speech (言) and behavior (行). The similar 一举一动 focuses mainly on physical actions and movements, without explicit mention of words. Choose 一言一行 when you need to include verbal conduct.
phrase
every word and action (idiom)everything one says and does
Examples
- ，一言一行。Zài zhíchǎng zhōng, nǐ de yī yán yī xíng huì yǐngxiǎng nǐ de xíngxiàng.In the workplace, your every word and action will affect your image.
- 一言一行。Yí gè lǐngdǎo zhě de yī yán yī xíng wǎngwǎng néng fǎnyìng chū tā de tàidù.A leader's every word and action often reflects his attitude.
- ，一言一行。Yào xiǎng yíngdé hǎopíng, nǐ de yī yán yī xíng dōu bìxū jǐnshèn.To get a good reputation, your every word and action must be cautious.
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