Common Meanings
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shùn顺
To move in the same direction as, to be favorable or smooth, opposite to adverse or against the current. It implies going with the flow or taking advantage of a situation.
他们决定顺水推舟，接受了这个有利的提议。
They decided to go with the flow and accepted the favorable proposal.
To follow along; to be in accordance with; along.
经过他的努力，获得成功是顺理成章的事。
Given his hard work, success was a logical outcome.
in order; in succession; to follow a sequence
请按顺序排队进入
Please line up in order to enter.
To do something incidentally or conveniently, taking advantage of a current situation or direction.
我出门的时候，顺便把垃圾倒了。
When I went out, I took the opportunity to throw out the trash.
to sort out; to arrange; to streamline; to put in order
我们需要尽快理顺工作流程，提高效率
We need to streamline the workflow as soon as possible to improve efficiency.
To obey, comply with, or conform to; to be submissive or gentle.
她是一个孝顺的孩子。
She is a filial child.
To be suitable, agreeable, pleasing, or comfortable; not awkward. Can also imply a smooth or favorable situation, like a surplus.
她今天穿的这件衣服很顺眼
The outfit she's wearing today is very pleasing to the eye.