不远千里
不远千里 (bù yuǎn qiān lǐ) literally means “not consider a thousand miles far” and expresses “willingly travel far; make great efforts”. This idiom is used when describing situations involving relationships and character.
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Willingly travel far; make great efforts
Pronunciation: bù yuǎn qiān lǐ Literal meaning: Not consider a thousand miles far
Origin & Usage
This idiom describes not (不) considering far (远) a thousand (千) miles (里). From Mencius describing the willingness to travel great distances for important purposes. The phrase emphasizes determination that overcomes distance. Modern usage describes the dedication shown by those willing to travel far, the commitment that makes physical distance irrelevant.
Examples
English: "He traveled across the country just to see her."
Chinese: 他不远千里，穿越全国只为见她一面。
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 不远千里 mean in English?
不远千里 (bù yuǎn qiān lǐ) literally translates to “Not consider a thousand miles far” and is used to express “Willingly travel far; make great efforts”. This Chinese idiom belongs to the Relationships & Character category.
When is 不远千里 used?
Situation: He traveled across the country just to see her.
What is the pinyin for 不远千里?
The pinyin pronunciation for 不远千里 is “bù yuǎn qiān lǐ”.