山不转路转 — “Even if one situation remains unchanged”
山不转路转 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Even if one situation remains unchanged”. Circumstances will shift, and one will find another way or opportunity. It often implies that paths will cross again due to the interconnectedness of things, or that obstacles can be overcome by adapting. Literally, “If the mountain doesn't turn, the road will turn”.
山不转路转 Pronunciation and Pinyin
山不转路转 Character Breakdown
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What does 山不转路转 mean?
山不转路转 (shān bù zhuàn lù zhuàn) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Even if one situation remains unchanged”.
How do you pronounce 山不转路转?
山不转路转 is pronounced shān bù zhuàn lù zhuàn in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 山不转路转 literally mean?
Literally, 山不转路转 means “If the mountain doesn't turn, the road will turn”. It is used to mean “Even if one situation remains unchanged”.
What is the Chinese definition of 山不转路转?
比喻世界渺小，这里不遇那里遇