顺 (shùn) - Smooth, favorable, along, obey, arrange in sequence & to follow without obstruction.

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shùn ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

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顺 · shùn

Smooth, favorable, along, obey, arrange in sequence;

to follow without obstruction.

Smooth, favorable, along, obey, arrange in sequenceto follow without obstruction.

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 畅— smooth, unimpeded
  • 利— favorable, smooth
  • 从— follow, obey

Antonyms

  • 逆— against, contrary
  • 阻— obstruct, hinder
  • 违— disobey, violate

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The river flows smoothly (顺流).
  • Everything went smoothly (顺利).
  • Please arrange in order (顺序).
  • He is very obedient (孝顺).

Collocations

  • Smooth(顺利)
  • Along with(顺着)
  • Obedient(顺从)
  • Favorable wind(顺风)
  • Arrangement(顺序)
  • Smooth sailing(一帆风顺)

Idioms

  • Smooth sailing all the way(一帆风顺)
  • Both favorable and adverse(顺逆)
  • Go with the flow(顺其自然)
  • Obey public opinion(顺乎民意)
  • Smooth and unobstructed(顺畅通达)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, '顺' represents harmony, obedience, and favorable circumstances, highly valued in Confucian ethics.
  • The character is often used in names to wish for a smooth and successful life journey.
  • In business contexts, '顺' appears in company names to signify smooth operations and prosperity.

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