Definition
安居乐业 is a four-character idiom (成语) that describes an ideal state where people have stable housing, a peaceful environment, and fulfilling work — the classic Chinese vision of a harmonious society. It's often used to praise social conditions or to express wishes for a community. Unlike the literal translation 'live and work in peace and contentment', the phrase carries a collective, societal flavor; it's less common for describing an individual's personal satisfaction.
idiom
to live in peace and work contentedlya harmonious and stable life
Examples
- 安居乐业。Zhèngfǔ de mùbiāo shì ràng suǒyǒu rénmín dōu néng ān jū lè yè.The government's goal is to enable all people to live and work in peace.
- ，安居乐业，。Zhège xiǎozhèn huánjìng yōuměi, jūmín ān jū lè yè, rénrén liǎn shàng dōu dàizhe xiàoróng.This small town has a beautiful environment, the residents live and work contentedly, and everyone has a smile on their face.
- 安居乐业，。Zhùfú suǒyǒu rén ān jū lè yè, xìngfú kuàilè.Wishing everyone a peaceful life and happy work, full of happiness and joy.
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