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需要经过深思熟虑

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression / verbal phrase

neutral to formal

How it works

This phrase combines a modal verb '需要' (to need/require) with a verb '经过' (to undergo/pass through) and a four-character idiom '深思熟虑' (careful consideration). It signifies that a decision or action necessitates a process of thorough and deliberate thought.

Sample sentences

这个重要的决定需要经过深思熟虑。

This important decision requires careful consideration.

我们不能草率行事，所有步骤都需要经过深思熟虑。

We cannot act rashly; all steps need to be thought through thoroughly.

在提交报告之前，请确保所有数据都经过深思熟虑。

Before submitting the report, please ensure all data has undergone careful consideration.

Quick facts

idiom_usage:深思熟虑 (shēnsī shúlǜ) is a chengyu (four-character idiom) meaning 'to think deeply and consider maturely'. It emphasizes a thorough and prudent approach to thinking.

Often used with

需要深思熟虑的决定 (decisions requiring careful consideration)

这个问题需要深思熟虑 (this issue needs careful consideration)

经过深思熟虑后 (after careful consideration)

深思熟虑的方案 (a well-thought-out plan)

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Example

这个重要的决定需要经过深思熟虑。

This important decision requires careful consideration.

我们不能草率行事，所有步骤都需要经过深思熟虑。

We cannot act rashly; all steps need to be thought through thoroughly.