Chinese
zhùrénwéilè
Meaning: to find pleasure in helping others
Part of Speech: Noun, Four-character idiom

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Example sentences

他一向助人為樂,深受鄰居們的喜愛。
他一向助人为乐,深受邻居们的喜爱。
He has always been happy to help others and is deeply loved by his neighbors.
我們應該發揚助人為樂的精神。
We should carry forward the spirit of helping others.
學校通報表揚了那位助人為樂的學生。
The school circulated a notice praising that helpful student.

Usage Notes

An idiom describing someone who enjoys assisting others as a source of personal happiness.

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