Definition
This is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning “to have nothing to say in reply” — used when someone is left speechless because an argument, question, or remark is so strong that they cannot formulate a response. It often appears in formal debates, discussions, or any situation where refutation or persuasion leaves the other party unable to counter.
idiom
to have nothing to say in replyto be rendered speechless
Examples
- 无言以对，。Tā bèi wèn de mó, zhǐhǎo dī tóu chéngrèn.He was questioned so thoroughly that he had nothing to say and had to bow his head and admit it.
- ，无言以对。Zài biànlùn sài zhōng, duìshǒu de shùjù hé zhèngjù ràng tā mó.In the debate competition, the opponent's data and evidence left him speechless.
- 无言以对，。Tā de yì fān huà ràng wǒ mó, zhǐnéng mòmò diǎn tóu.Her words left me at a loss for words; I could only nod silently.
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