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无忧无虑wúyōuwúlǜcarefree and without worries (idiom)HSK 7, i, rank #15076, Hard
wúyōuwúlǜ(wu2you1wu2lu:4) T2
  1. 1carefree and without worries (idiom)
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March 24, 2026
无忧无虑(無憂無慮)wúyōuwúlǜ(wu2you1wu2lu:4)

无忧无虑 (wú yōu wú lǜ) describes a state of being carefree and without worries. It is often used to express a sense of freedom from stress or concerns, typically in a positive context such as childhood or vacation.

Frequency#15076DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the idea of being 无忧无虑 often relates to the simplicity of rural life or childhood innocence, values that are cherished and frequently referenced in literature and art.

Memory Tip

Imagine a child (无) running freely (忧) through a field of flowers (虑), laughing and playing without a care in the world. The character 无 evokes the idea of 'none' or 'without', while 忧 and 虑 both relate to worries, helping you remember the phrase's meaning.

Meanings of 无忧无虑

wúyōuwúlǜ(wu2you1wu2lu:4)
1carefree and without worries (idiom)
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About 无忧无虑

无忧无虑Simplified
無憂無慮Traditional
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成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
#15076Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 无忧无虑

Quick Contrast

无忧无虑 (carefree) vs 安心 (at ease) — use 无忧无虑 when emphasizing a carefree state without worries, while 安心 focuses more on feeling secure and relaxed.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a child (无) running freely (忧) through a field of flowers (虑), laughing and playing without a care in the world. The character 无 evokes the idea of 'none' or 'without', while 忧 and 虑 both relate to worries, helping you remember the phrase's meaning.

Usage Notes

Avoid using this phrase in formal contexts, as it has a more casual tone. Common collocations include describing a person's attitude or approach to life. Be mindful of the tones, as mixing them can change meanings; for example, saying '无忧' without the second '无' alters its essence.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 idiom, 无忧无虑 connects with themes of emotional states and attitudes in advanced vocabulary. Students should focus on using it in sentences that discuss life experiences and feelings, enhancing their expressive capabilities.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the idea of being 无忧无虑 often relates to the simplicity of rural life or childhood innocence, values that are cherished and frequently referenced in literature and art.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse the tones, saying 'wu2 you1 wu2 lü4' instead of 'wu2 you1 wu2 lu:4'. Additionally, they might use it in overly formal situations where a more straightforward expression would be appropriate.

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Idiom Spotlight: 无忧无虑

Chengyu Origin Story
Literal meaning:no worries no troubles

Component Characters

-less
HSK 44 strokes
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yōuto worry
HSK 67 strokes
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-less
HSK 44 strokes
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to think over
HSK 310 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 无忧无虑

无忧无虑 functions as a four-character idiom (成语). Treat it as a fixed unit; it usually plays the role of a single adjective, adverb, or noun phrase inside the larger sentence. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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小时候____的日子真让人怀念。

The carefree days of childhood are truly something to miss.

Example Sentences for 无忧无虑 (2)

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我们无忧无虑地度了三个星期的假。

wǒ mén wú yōu wú lǜ dì dù le sān gè xīng qī de jiǎ。

We spent three blissful weeks away from work.
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她使他们的童年充满欢乐,无忧无虑。

tā shǐ tā mén de tóng nián chōng mǎn huān lè, , wú yōu wú。

She had made their childhood so joyous and carefree.

Cultural Notes for 无忧无虑

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the idea of being 无忧无虑 often relates to the simplicity of rural life or childhood innocence, values that are cherished and frequently referenced in literature and art.

Frequently Asked Questions about 无忧无虑

Yes, but it may sound a bit idealistic. It's more commonly used in contexts referring to children or vacations.