Definition
慎之又慎 is a fixed expression that follows the pattern X之又X, meaning 'X and then X again' to emphasize extreme degree. It literally means 'careful and then careful again' — i.e., to be as cautious as possible, leaving no room for error. You'll encounter it in formal writing, official documents, or serious advice where maximum prudence is required.
f.e.
to be extremely cautiousto exercise the utmost care
Examples
- ，慎之又慎。Zhè jiàn shì guānxì dào gōngsī de wèilái, wǒmen bìxū shèn zhī yòu shèn.This matter concerns the company's future; we must be extremely cautious.
- ，慎之又慎。Zài qiānshǔ hétong zhīqián, qǐng shèn zhī yòu shèn de shěnchá měi yì tiáokuǎn.Before signing the contract, please review every clause with the utmost care.
- ，慎之又慎。Duìyú héfèiliào de chǔlǐ, zhèngfǔ cǎiqǔ le shèn zhī yòu shèn de tàidu.Regarding the disposal of nuclear waste, the government has adopted an extremely cautious attitude.
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