Definition
独辟蹊径 is a four-character idiom that literally means 'to open up a side path on one's own.' Figuratively, it describes someone who breaks away from conventional methods and creates a unique, original approach to achieve success or solve a problem. You can use it to praise innovation in fields like business, science, or the arts.
f.e.
to blaze a new trailto pioneer a unique approach
Examples
- 独辟蹊径，。Tā zài jiàoyù lǐngyù dú pì xī jìng, chuàngbàn le yì suǒ xīnxíng xuéxiào.He blazed a new trail in education by founding a new type of school.
- 独辟蹊径，。Zhè wèi kēxuéjiā dú pì xī jìng, yòng kuàxuékē de fāngfǎ jiějué le nàge nántí.This scientist took a unique approach and solved that difficult problem with an interdisciplinary method.
- 独辟蹊径，。Nà wèi dǎoyǎn zài biǎoxiàn shǒufǎ shàng dú pì xī jìng, huòdé le guānzhòng de yízhì hǎopíng.That director pioneered a new style in his expressive technique and won unanimous praise from the audience.
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