如意 rúyì as one wants
as one wants; according to one's wishes; ruyi scepter, a symbol of power and good fortune
How to remember 如意: 如 as + 意 idea = as one wants.
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How it is used
- 'As one wishes' - 称心如意 (chènxīn rúyì) perfectly satisfying; 事事如意 (shìshì rúyì) may everything go your way.
- A staple of New Year blessings: 万事如意 (wànshì rúyì) may all your wishes come true.
- Also names the 如意 (rúyì) scepter, an ornament symbolizing good fortune and power.
Example sentences
- 我希望万事如意。 Wǒ xīwàng wànshìrúyì.I hope everything goes well.
- 他是我的如意郎君。 Tā shì wǒ de rúyìlángjūn.He's my Mr. Right.