English–Chinese
“decide promptly” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyindāng jī lì duàn
Example
老板要求我们当机立断，马上开始。láo bǎn yāo qiú wǒ men dāng jī lì duàn mǎ shàng kāi shǐ
The boss asked us to decide promptly and start right away.
How to say “decide promptly” in Chinese
“Decide promptly” in Chinese is 当机立断 (dāng jī lì duàn).
A person meets a crucial moment, cuts through hesitation, and sets events in motion.
Example sentences with 当机立断
遇到问题时，他能当机立断地做决定。yù dào wèn tí shí tā néng dāng jī lì duàn dì zuò jué dìng
When he faces a problem, he can make a prompt decision.
Tips for using 当机立断
- In everyday conversation, this idiom usually describes a person's response to a serious situation, so it sounds stronger and more formal than a casual choice such as picking a snack.