Definition
参差不齐 is a four-character idiom meaning 'uneven, not uniform' — it describes things that vary in quality, level, height, or extent, rather than being consistent. The literal image is of uneven teeth or jagged edges. You can use it for student skill levels, building heights, product quality, or any set where individuals don't match up.
f.e.
unevenirregularnot uniform (in quality, level, or extent)
Examples
- 参差不齐，。Zhèxiē xuéshēng de Yīngyǔ shuǐpíng cēn cī bù qí, xūyào fēnzǔ jiàoxué.These students' English levels are uneven and need to be taught in groups.
- 参差不齐，。Xiǎoqū lǐ de lóufáng gāodù cēn cī bù qí, kàn qǐlái bú tài zhěngqí.The building heights in the neighborhood are uneven, looking not very orderly.
- 参差不齐，。Zhè pī chǎnpǐn de zhìliàng cēn cī bù qí, xūyào yángé jiǎnchá.The quality of this batch of products is uneven and needs strict inspection.
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