Definition
逍遥自在 is a four-character idiom (成语) describing a state of being completely carefree and at ease, free from worldly worries or constraints. It often describes a lifestyle or attitude of enjoying life without stress, and is used as a predicate or adverbial phrase.
f.e.
carefree and at easeleisurely and free
Examples
- ，逍遥自在。Tuìxiū hòu, tā zhōngyú kěyǐ xiāo yáo zì zai de shēnghuó le.After retirement, he could finally live a carefree life.
- 逍遥自在。Tā xǐhuan xiāo yáo zì zai de zài hǎibiān sànbù.She likes to take leisurely walks by the seaside.
- 逍遥自在。Zhè zhǒng xiāo yáo zì zai de rìzi zhēn shì ràng rén xiànmù.This kind of carefree life is really enviable.
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