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Meaning of 量体裁衣

Lookup via: Pinyin | Radicals
量 liáng 体 tǐ 裁 cái 衣 yī (Trad.: 量體裁衣)
lit. measure the body then tailor the suit (idiom); fig. to act according to actual circumstances; To live within one's means.
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Example Sentences
1
你不知道什么事量体裁衣吗
?
Don't you know how to fit?
2
裁缝
2
:
陛下
,
我们将很高兴为您量体裁衣
。
Tailor 2:Majesty, We would be delighted to make your outfit for you.
3
对每一个岗位量体裁衣
,
写明你的成绩和成就
。
Tailor each letter to the open position, identifying your accomplishments and achievements.
4
俗话说
:
“
看菜吃饭
,
量体裁衣
”
。
我们无论做什么事都要看情形办理
。
There is a proverb: "Fit the appetite to the dishes and the dress to the figure". Whatever we do must be done according to actual circumstances.
5
你得总是为你申请的工作而度身打造
(
量体裁衣
)
你的求职信
。
You should always tailor your cover letter to the specific job you' re applying for.