不以为然

bùyǐwéirán

not to accept as correct (idiom); to object

HSK 7

漢字分解

Meaning and Usage

"不以为然" is a formal expression used to indicate disagreement or disapproval of an opinion, idea, or statement. It literally means "not to regard as so" or "not to think it is right." It is often used in written or formal spoken Chinese to politely express dissent.

Common Contexts

This phrase is frequently used when someone wants to express that they do not agree with a proposal, opinion, or claim without being confrontational. It often appears in discussions, debates, or critiques.

Collocations and Patterns

Nuance and Register

"不以为然" carries a somewhat formal and polite tone, making it suitable for academic, professional, or serious discussions. It is less direct and softer than bluntly saying "不同" (disagree).

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "不以为然" with simply "喜欢" (not like) or "接受" (not accept). "不以为然" specifically refers to not agreeing with the correctness or validity of an idea or statement.

例文

他对这个计划不以为然,觉得风险太大。

Tā duì zhège jìhuà bù yǐwéirán, juéde fēngxiǎn tài dà.

He does not agree with this plan and thinks the risks are too high.

我对他的说法不以为然,觉得有些夸张。

Wǒ duì tā de shuōfǎ bù yǐwéirán, juéde yǒuxiē kuāzhāng.

I do not take his statement seriously; I think it is somewhat exaggerated.

虽然大家都赞成这个方案,但他不以为然,坚持自己的观点。

Suīrán dàjiā dōu zànchéng zhège fāng'àn, dàn tā bù yǐwéirán, jiānchí

Although everyone agrees with this proposal, he does not and insists on his