循序渐进

循序漸進
xúnxù-jiànjìn
idiom HSK 7-9 #31,436

Meanings

  1. 1 to proceed step by step
  2. 2 to advance gradually in due order
  3. 3 to progress systematically

Characters

Literally 'follow the order and advance gradually' - step by step

Examples

HSK 5
Jiànshēn duànliàn yīnggāi xúnxù-jiànjìn, mànman zēngjiā qiángdù.
Physical exercise should be progressive, gradually increasing intensity.
HSK 7-9
Xuéxí yǔyán yào xúnxù-jiànjìn, bù néng jíyú-qiúchéng.
Learning a language requires a step-by-step approach; you can't rush it.

Tips

usage
Often used when advising someone to be patient and methodical. Frequently paired with 不能 急于求成 (can't rush for quick results).

Stroke Order

循 xún
序 xù
渐 jiàn
进 jìn