一言一行

yīyán-yīxíng

idiom HSK 7-9 #39,781

Meanings

1 every word and action
2 everything one says and does

Characters

action; conduct

Literally 'every word every action' - everything one says and does

Examples

老师的一言一行都影响着学生。

Lǎoshī de yīyán-yīxíng dōu yǐngxiǎng zhe xuéshēng.

A teacher's every word and action influences students.

父母的一言一行是孩子的榜样。

Fùmǔ de yīyán-yīxíng shì háizi de bǎngyàng.

Parents' every word and action is a role model for children.

Tips

usage

Often used to emphasize that someone's behavior is being watched or has an impact. Similar structure to 一心一意 but focuses on outward behavior rather than inner focus.

Stroke Order

一 yī

言 yán

行 xíng