Definition
不失为 is a fixed expression used to say that something or someone can still be considered, accepted, or deserves to be called (something positive), often with a tone of affirmation or concession. It usually appears before a noun or noun phrase, e.g. 不失为一种方法 (can still be regarded as a method). It adds a literary or formal flavor.
v.p.
may be regarded ascan count as (despite limitations)deserves to be calledis worthy of the name
Examples
- ，不失为。Suīrán tiáojiàn yǒuxiàn, dàn zhè tào fāng'àn bù shī wéi yì zhǒng yǒuxiào de jiějué bànfǎ.Although conditions are limited, this plan can still be regarded as an effective solution.
- ，，不失为。Tā niánjì bú dà, què chǔshì chénwěn, bù shī wéi niánqīng yīdài zhōng de jiǎojiǎozhě.He is young but handles things steadily, and can be considered an outstanding figure among the younger generation.
- ，，不失为。Zhè zuò xiǎozhèn suīrán piānpì, dàn fēngjǐng dú hǎo, bù shī wéi dùjià de hǎo qùchù.This small town is remote but has unique scenery, making it a worthy vacation destination.
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