Chinese Simplified Word · Native
船到桥头自然直
things will work themselves out when the time comes
Pronunciation: 船到桥头自然直
Meaning
A natural Simplified Chinese expression used to convey: things will work themselves out when the time comes.
Example
准备已经做完了，船到桥头自然直。
The preparation is done; things will work themselves out when the time comes.
Practice tips
- Practice 船到桥头自然直 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Chinese Simplified word is for native-level learners.