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想当然 Xiǎnɡ Dānɡ Rán Talk True Sb Sth Granted

This flashcard explains the usage of 'take for granted' and 'beg the question,' meaning to assume something is true without proof or to accept something without appreciation.

这张卡片介绍了“想当然”的用法,表示想当然地认为某事确定无疑,或者不加珍惜地接受某事。

正面 想当然 xiǎnɡ dānɡ rán
背面 to talk about something as if it were definitely true, even though it might not be; to take (sb. or sth.) for granted; to beg the question:

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