随意

suí yì

HSK 5

Meaning

as one wishes
at will
voluntary
according to one's wishes

Definition

随意，意思是按照自己的意愿，不受拘束或限制。

As one pleases; at will; without constraint.

Usage

用于表示行为或选择不受规则或他人影响，可以自由决定。

Used to indicate actions or choices free from rules or external influence, allowing personal discretion.

Examples

1 大家随意坐，不用太拘束。 (Everyone, sit wherever you like, no need to be too formal.)
2 这些礼物您可以随意挑选。 (You can choose any of these gifts as you like.)
3 菜单上的菜可以随意点。 (You can order any dish from the menu freely.)
4 请随意提问，我们很乐意回答。 (Please feel free to ask questions; we're happy to answer.)
5 参观时请随意拍照。 (Feel free to take photos during the visit.)
6 这个方案您看后可以随意修改。 (You can modify this plan as you wish after reviewing it.)

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