Definition
安分守己 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'to be content with one's lot and stay within one's proper bounds.' The literal image — 'peaceful with one's portion, guard oneself' — captures the idea of knowing your place, not stirring up trouble, and following society's rules. You can use it as a predicate (他是个安分守己的人) or as an adverbial phrase describing someone's behavior. It often carries a positive connotation of reliability, but can also imply a quiet or unambitious lifestyle.
idiom
to be content with one's lotto know one's placeand to behave properly
Examples
- 安分守己，。Tā yìzhí shì gè ān fèn shǒu jǐ de rén, cóng bù rě shì.He has always been a law-abiding person who never stirs up trouble.
- 安分守己，。Fùmǔ cháng jiàoyù zǐnǚ yào ān fèn shǒu jǐ, bú yào gēn biéren pānbǐ.Parents often teach their children to be content with their lot and not to compare with others.
- 安分守己，。Tā ān fèn shǒu jǐ de guò rìzi, suīrán bù fùyù dànshì hěn tāshi.He lives a peaceful life, staying in his lane; although not rich, he feels very secure.
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