按部就班

àn bù jiù bān
Literal: "follow sections, take turns"

📖 Meaning

To proceed in an orderly, step-by-step manner. Following a planned sequence without rushing.

📜 Origin Story

From classical literature about official selection and procedure, meaning to follow established order.

💡 Example Usage

项目要按部就班地推进。

The project should proceed step by step, in proper order.

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🔤 Quick Facts

  • Chinese: 按部就班
  • Pinyin: àn bù jiù bān
  • Literal Translation: follow sections, take turns
  • Category: Method
  • Characters: 4