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Chinese dictionary
deroggo south by driving the chariot north; act in opposite to one's goal
两人在创作方法上南辕北辙。
The difference between the two men's creative methods is enormous.
在这个问题上,发达国家和发展中国家的立场泾渭分明,观点亦可谓南辕北辙。
In this issue, both developed and developing countries stand entirely different point of view also can be described as diametrically opposed.
我们的结论与创作者的意图也许一致,也许南辕北辙。
We may conclude exactly as the artist intended, or we may conclude to the contrary.
Word usage
- Note"南辕北辙" is different from "背道而驰". 背道而驰" means "deviate from the correct direction and principle"; "南辕北辙" means "behaviors, practices, etc. are contrary to goals and desires".