另辟蹊径

Phát âm: lìng pì xī jìng Nghĩa đen: Separately open a side path

Nguồn gốc & Cách sử dụng

This idiom describes separately (另) opening (辟) a side path (蹊径) - finding an alternative route. It praises creative problem-solving that avoids direct confrontation with obstacles by discovering new approaches. The phrase appeared in texts praising innovative thinkers who found unexpected solutions. Modern usage celebrates creative thinking, unconventional strategies, and innovative approaches that succeed by departing from established methods.

Ví dụ

Tiếng Anh: "Instead of competing directly, she found an innovative alternative approach."

Tiếng Trung: 她没有直接竞争，而是另辟蹊径。