懂事

dǒng shì

HSK 7–9

Meaning

to grow beyond the naivete of childhood; to be aware of what is going on in the world
(esp. of a child) sensible; thoughtful; intelligent

明白事理，懂得为人处世和处理事情。

Sensible, mature, and understanding; knowing how to act appropriately.

常用于形容小孩或年轻人行为得体、体贴他人，也用于成年人表示其通情达理。

Often used to describe children or young people who behave well and are considerate, or adults who are reasonable and understanding.

1 她是个懂事的孩子，从不给父母添麻烦。(She is a sensible child and never causes trouble for her parents.)
2 你这么懂事，我真为你骄傲。(You are so mature; I am really proud of you.)
3 他年纪不大但很懂事，知道照顾别人。(He is young but very mature and knows how to take care of others.)
4 员工们都很懂事，主动加班完成任务。(The employees are all very understanding and voluntarily worked overtime to complete the task.)
5 这孩子真懂事，看到妈妈累了就帮忙做家务。(This child is so sensible; when he saw his mother was tired, he helped with the housework.)
6 经过这件事，他变得懂事了。(After this incident, he became more mature.)
7 你这么大的人了，怎么还这么不懂事？(You are such an adult; why are you still so immature?)

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