及時處理,事半功倍 jí shí chǔ lǐ , shì bàn gōng bèi

the right approach saves effort and leads to better results

Word data

HSK Not in HSK
Frequency Unknown

Definitions

  1. 1. the right approach saves effort and leads to better results
  2. 2. timely handling doubles the effect and halves the effort
  3. 3. a stitch in time saves nine

Characters

Character Meaning
to reach; and; up to
time; when; o'clock
place; location; spot
reason; to manage; to handle
matter; thing; affair
half; (after a number) and a half; semi-
meritorious deed or service; achievement; accomplishment
times (multiplier); (two, three etc) -fold; double