Definition
以防不测 is a four-character set phrase meaning 'to take precautions against unforeseen events'. It breaks down as 以 (in order to) + 防 (guard against) + 不测 (unforeseen disaster or accident). It is used in planning, travel, finance, and other contexts where you prepare for something unexpected.
f.e.
to guard against unforeseen events(just) in case
Examples
- ，以防不测。Chūmén lǚyóu shí yào dài hǎo yàopǐn, yǐ fáng bú.When traveling, you should bring enough medicine just in case.
- 以防不测，。Gòumǎi bǎoxiǎn kěyǐ yǐ fáng bú, jiǎnshǎo yìwài dài lái de sǔnshī.Buying insurance can guard against unforeseen events and reduce losses from accidents.
- ，以防不测。Wǒmen duō zhǔnbèi yìxiē shíwù, yǐ fáng bú.Let's prepare some extra food just in case.
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