Definition
悠然 describes a state of being carefree, unhurried, and content, often used in literary or reflective contexts. It can also convey a sense of being long and distant in time or space (e.g., 悠然的钟声 'distant bell sound') or doing something effortlessly. Common in set phrases like 悠然自得 (carefree and content).
v.p.
carefree and leisurelyunhurried and content
Examples
- 悠然。Tā xǐhuān zài zhōumò yōu rán de sànbù.He likes to take a leisurely walk on weekends.
- 悠然。Tā guò zhe yōu rán zìdé de shēnghuó.She lives a carefree and contented life.
- 悠然。Yuǎnchù chuánlái yōu rán de zhōngshēng.The distant sound of a bell came from afar.
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