📖 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