特立独行 — “To be independent in thought and action”
特立独行 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to be independent in thought and action”. Unconventional and high-minded. Literally, “Unique standing, independent conduct”.
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特立独行 Pronunciation and Pinyin
特立独行 Character Breakdown
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他是一个特立独行的人，总有自己的看法和做法，不受他人影响
He is an unconventional person, always having his own views and methods, unaffected by others.
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What does 特立独行 mean?
特立独行 (tè lì dú xíng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to be independent in thought and action”.
How do you pronounce 特立独行?
特立独行 is pronounced tè lì dú xíng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 特立独行 literally mean?
Literally, 特立独行 means “Unique standing, independent conduct”. It is used to mean “to be independent in thought and action”.
What is the Chinese definition of 特立独行?
特：独特；立：立身。形容人的志行高洁，不同流俗。