一飲一啄

Reading: いちいんいったく
Meaning: living naturally and freely; being content with little
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Example Sentence
I live a simple life in harmony with nature.
Usage Notes
Refers to living in harmony with nature, or being satisfied with having just enough. Originally referred to birds drinking and pecking for food.
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