Definition
百里挑一 is a four-character idiom (成语) that literally means 'one in a hundred' — referring to someone or something that stands out as the very best among many. It is used to describe people of exceptional talent or quality, or objects of superior grade. The imagery is selecting one perfect item from a hundred candidates, so it carries a strongly positive, praiseworthy tone.
idiom
one in a hundredcream of the cropoutstanding in every way
Examples
- 百里挑一，。Zhège yǎnyuán de yǎnjì zài tóng háng zhōng bǎi lǐ tiāo yī, dàjiā dōu shuō tā shì zuì yōuxiù de.This actor's acting is one in a hundred among peers; everyone says she's the best.
- ，百里挑一，。Zhè pī chǎnpǐn jīngguò yángé shāixuǎn, měi yí gè dōu bǎi lǐ tiāo yī, bǎozhèng zhìliàng.This batch of products underwent strict screening; each one is cream of the crop, guaranteed quality.
- ，百里挑一，。Zài zhòngduō cānsài xuǎnshǒu zhōng, tā bǎi lǐ tiāo yī, zuìzhōng duódé le guànjūn.Among many contestants, he was one in a hundred and ultimately won the championship.
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