如一 rúyī consistent
consistent; the same; unvarying
How to remember 如一: 如 as + 一 one = consistent.
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How it is used
- 'Consistent, unchanging' - appears almost only inside set four-character phrases, not alone.
- 表里如一 (biǎolǐ rúyī) the same inside and out (sincere); 始终如一 (shǐzhōng rúyī) constant from start to finish.
- Written/formal register, praising steadiness of character or conduct over time.
Example sentences
- 百闻不如一见。 Bǎiwénbùrúyījiàn.A picture is worth a thousand words.