不越雷池 bù yuè léi chí

to remain within bounds

Word data

HSK Not in HSK
Frequency Unknown

Definitions

  1. 1. to remain within bounds
  2. 2. not overstepping the prescribed limits

Characters

Character Meaning
不 bù HSK 1
not; no; (negative prefix)
越 yuè HSK 3
the more... the more; to exceed; to surpass
雷 léi HSK 5
thunder; surname Lei; mine (weapon)
池 chí HSK 5
pond; reservoir; moat