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苟且偷安

gǒuqiětōuān

seeking only ease and comfort (idiom); making no attempt to improve oneself / taking things easily without attending to responsibilities

Character Breakdown

苟
gǒu
careless, frivolous, illicit; but, if only
HSK 6
且
qiě
moreover, also (post-subject); about to, will soon (pre-verb)
HSK 3
偷
tōu
to steal; burglar, thief
HSK 5
安
ān
peaceful, tranquil, quiet
HSK 3

Additional Information

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Chinese
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