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Mend your ways Meaning in English

expression

ˈmɛnd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈweɪz
MEND yor WAYZ or yoor WAYZ
mˈɛnd/ /jˈɔː/ /wˈeɪz
MEND yaw WAYZ

释义

To change your bad or wrong behavior and start acting in a better, more acceptable way.

用法与细微差别

This is a somewhat formal or old-fashioned expression, often used for moral or behavioral advice. Common in warnings or when someone has made repeated mistakes. Not used for minor errors—implies a need for significant change.

例句

If you don't mend your ways, you might get into trouble.

basic

The teacher told him to mend his ways or face suspension.

basic

You need to mend your ways if you want to keep your job.

basic

My parents warned me to mend my ways before it was too late.

natural

After spending time in jail, he decided to mend his ways and start fresh.

natural

She finally realized she had to mend her ways to save her friendships.

natural