Definition
忘乎所以 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'to get carried away' or 'to forget oneself'. It describes a state where someone becomes so absorbed in excitement, joy, or pride that they lose normal self-awareness or composure. You often see it in patterns like 高兴得忘乎所以 or 激动得忘乎所以. It carries a mild tone of criticism or warning when used about someone's behavior.
f.e.
to get carried awayto forget oneself (in excitement or euphoria)
Examples
- 忘乎所以，。Tā gāoxìng de wáng, wánquán wàng le shíjiān.He was so happy that he forgot himself completely and lost track of time.
- ，忘乎所以。Yíng le guànjūn hòu, duìyuánmen jīdòng de wáng.After winning the championship, the team members were so excited they got carried away.
- 忘乎所以，。Bié wáng, zhè zhǐshì yí cì xiǎo shènglì.Don't get carried away; this is just a small victory.
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