Definition
众望所归 is a four-character idiom (成语) describing someone who is universally recognized as the natural choice for a position or honor because of their reputation, achievements, or virtue. It literally means 'the public hope all returns to [this person]' and is often used in formal contexts like elections, awards, or leadership appointments to emphasize that the outcome is widely expected and well-deserved.
idiom
to enjoy popular confidenceto be the natural choice of the peopleuniversally acclaimedmeeting everyone's expectations
Examples
- 众望所归，。Tā dāngxuǎn wéi huìzhǎng shì zhòng wàng suǒ guī, méiyǒu rén juéde yìwài.His election as president was a matter of popular confidence — nobody found it surprising.
- ，众望所归。Zhè wèi kēxuéjiā huòdé Nuòbèi'ěr jiǎng, kěwèi zhòng wàng suǒ guī.This scientist winning the Nobel Prize is truly a case of popular acclaim.
- 众望所归。zhòng wàng suǒ guī de dǒngshìzhǎng liánrèn le dì sān jiè.The chairman, who enjoys universal support, was re-elected for a third term.
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