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守株待兔

shǒu zhū dài tùHSK 7

守株待兔 (shǒu zhū dài tù) is an HSK 7 Chinese word with 1 definition and 2 bilingual examples.

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Definitions & Usage

Meanings and examples

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  1. Englishto wait passively for a lucky break (lit. to guard a tree stump waiting for a rabbit)

    • EX
      学习不能靠守株待兔，只有主动努力才能取得好成绩。

      You cannot rely on luck when studying; only by making an active effort can you achieve good results.

    • EX
      如果你只是守株待兔地等机会，那机会永远不会来找你。

      If you simply sit around waiting for an opportunity to fall into your lap, it will never come looking for you.