one good turn deserves another

Related to word: turn

Idiom

Definition

  1. This idiom is used to express that a kind or helpful act should be reciprocated, especially towards someone who has previously done something beneficial.

    以德報德

    • Since John lent me his car when I needed it, I should definitely help him move when he needs it; one good turn deserves another.

      既然約翰在我需要的時候借車給我,我當然應該在他需要搬家時幫助他;好心有好報。

    • My colleagues always offer help when I need extra hands, so when they asked for help with their presentation, I did it without hesitation. One good turn deserves another.

      我的同事們總是在我需要額外幫助時伸出援手,所以當他們需要幫忙準備簡報時,我毫不猶豫地答應了。好心有好報。

    • I once assisted her in getting a promotion at work, so she was happy to support my new project. One good turn deserves another.

      我曾幫助她在工作上獲得晉升,所以她很樂意支持我的新專案。好心有好報。