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“think carefully” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinshēn sī shú lǜ

Example

深思熟虑后我们再行动。shēn sī shú lǜ hòu wǒ men zài xíng dòng

After thinking carefully, we will act.

Illustration for 深思熟虑 (think carefully)

How to say “think carefully” in Chinese

“Think carefully” in Chinese is 深思熟虑 (shēn sī shú lǜ).

A decision stays open while every important side of a problem is examined in depth.

Full entry for 深思熟虑: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 深思熟虑

请你先深思熟虑再回答。qǐng nǐ xiān shēn sī shú lǜ zài huí dá

Please think carefully before answering.

Tips for using 深思熟虑

  • This expression suits serious decisions and planned action, while casual conversation often uses simpler wording for quick, ordinary choices.

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