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“in moderation” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinshì liàng

Example

运动要适量,不要过度。yùn dòng yào shì liàng bú yào guò dù

Exercise in moderation; do not overdo it.

Illustration for 适量 (in moderation)

How to say “in moderation” in Chinese

“In moderation” in Chinese is 适量 (shì liàng).

A measured middle ground between having too much and having too little.

Full entry for 适量: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 适量

吃药时要适量,以免产生副作用。chī yào shí yào shì liàng yí miǎn chǎn shēng fù zuò yòng

When taking medicine, take it in moderation to avoid side effects.

Tips for using 适量

  • Unlike a fixed dose or official limit, it usually leaves the exact quantity to context and judgment.

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