乐天知命
life; command; fate
Meanings
5 senses · 8 examplesnoun
life; lifespan
Refers to the biological life of a person or animal.
He had a hard life.
Saving a life is more meritorious than building a seven-story pagoda.
noun
order; command
formalOften used in a formal or authoritative context.
A soldier's primary duty is to obey orders.
This is an order from the superiors and must be carried out.
noun
destiny; fate; lot
Refers to the predetermined course of events, often beyond human control.
One who is content with his lot and understands the will of Heaven has no worries.
Those who believe in fate think everything is predestined.
verb
to order; to command
formalUsed for giving authoritative instructions.
The general ordered the troops to set off immediately.
noun
a person's name (literary use)
literaryAppears in classical or literary contexts for naming.
In 'Dream of the Red Chamber', there are many characters, and their names each have a meaning.