趋利避害是人的本能
“It's human instinct to seek advantage and avoid harm.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
不要那么不相信
“Don't be in such disbelief.”
趋利避害 是 人 的 本能
“It's human instinct to seek advantage and avoid harm.”
田氏偌大家业
“I can't let the Tian family's vast business”
“It is only human nature to look out for one's own interests, so don't be surprised by their choice.”
Originating from ancient Chinese philosophical traditions like Legalism, this concept highlights rational calculation and self-preservation in the pursuit of self-interest. It is often invoked in realist contexts for comforting someone or analyzing pragmatic strategies.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to seek benefits and avoid harm
An idiom commonly used to analyze human nature, economic decision-making, or crisis management; frequently used in both spoken and written Chinese.
human instinct
A set phrase used to rationalize and explain widespread human behaviors.
