the done thing

Related to word: thing

Idiom

Definition

  1. what one is expected to do in a particular social situation, often considered to be proper or polite behavior.

    強調社交場合上應該遵守的禮節或規矩

    • Wearing formal attire to a wedding is the done thing.

      在婚禮上穿著正式服裝是合宜之舉。

    • Tipping is the done thing at this restaurant.

      在這家餐廳給小費是禮貌之舉。

    • Writing a thank-you note after receiving a gift is the done thing.

      收到禮物後寫一封感謝信是合宜之舉。