📖 Meaning
Having an open and magnanimous mind, being frank and aboveboard. It describes someone whose heart is broad and transparent, free from pettiness or hidden motives. Others are naturally drawn to such a person.
📜 Origin Story
The phrase comes from a colophon written by Zhou Bida of the Song Dynasty, titled 'Yigong Tibá,' specifically the third piece, 'Ba Tang Zixi Tie.' Zhou Bida praised a person who did not make friends carelessly, yet whose heart was open and free-spirited, so people were naturally attracted to him. The expression highlights the rare combination of discernment in associations with a genuinely open and upright spirit.
💡 Example Usage
他为人襟怀洒落，从不计较个人得失，深受同事敬重。
He is open-hearted and magnanimous, never dwelling on personal gains or losses, and is deeply respected by his colleagues.
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🔤 Quick Facts
- Chinese: 襟怀洒落
- Pinyin: jīn huái sǎ luò
- Literal Translation: chest, heart, free, fall
- Category: Attitude
- Characters: 4