English–Chinese
“go without saying” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinbù yán ér yù
Example
这件事的结果不言而喻。zhè jiàn shì de jié guǒ bù yán ér yù
The result of this matter goes without saying.
How to say “go without saying” in Chinese
“Go without saying” in Chinese is 不言而喻 (bù yán ér yù).
A conclusion is so clear that words add nothing to its meaning.
Example sentences with 不言而喻
看他那番答复，态度不言而喻。kàn tā nà fān dá fù tài dù bù yán ér yù
Judging by his reply, his attitude goes without saying.
Tips for using 不言而喻
- In conversational Chinese, this idiom sounds more measured and written than everyday speech, so it fits a report, explanation, or careful comment better than a quick reaction.