the done thing

相关词: thing

成语

Definition

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

    强调社交场合上应该遵守的礼节或规矩

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

      在婚礼上穿着正式服装是合宜之举。

    • Tipping is the done thing at this restaurant.

      在这家餐厅给小费是礼貌之举。

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

      收到礼物后写一封感谢信是合宜之举。