Meaning and Usage
"轻而易举" is a four-character idiom meaning something is very easy to do, requiring little effort. It often describes tasks or challenges that can be accomplished without difficulty.
Common Contexts
This phrase is frequently used in academic, professional, or everyday contexts to emphasize ease and simplicity in completing an action.
Collocations and Patterns
- 轻而易举地 + verb: emphasizes the ease of performing the action, e.g., 轻而易举地完成 (complete with ease).
- 轻而易举地通过 (pass easily): common in exam or test contexts.
Usage Notes
This idiom is formal and often used in written or formal spoken Chinese. It conveys confidence or highlights the simplicity of a task. Avoid using it for tasks that are actually difficult or require significant effort.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 轻而易举 with 轻松 (qīngsōng), which means relaxed or easy but can describe feelings or atmosphere rather than the ease of an action itself.