维持现状的态度

wéi chí xiàn zhuàng de tài dù
status quo stance

他对这项政策采取维持现状的态度。

He adopted a status quo stance on this policy.


formal

An attitude of maintaining the existing state of affairs without change or reform.

政府官员对环保法规的态度仍然是维持现状的。

The government officials maintained a status quo stance toward environmental regulations.

在公司重组期间,员工普遍持维持现状的态度。

During the company restructuring, employees generally adopted a status quo stance.

Often used in political, organizational, or social contexts to describe resistance to change.

Related Phrases

维持现状phrase
to maintain the status quo
因循守旧idiom
to follow old conventions and resist change

Pro Tip

Avoiding ambiguity

When using this phrase, clarify the context to avoid sounding overly negative. For example, 'maintaining stability' may be a more neutral alternative in some situations.

Gold Rule

Context matters

This phrase is neutral in meaning but often carries a connotation of resistance to progress. Use it carefully in contexts where change is expected or desired.

Word Origin

The phrase combines '维持' (wéi chí, 'to maintain'), '现状' (xiàn zhuàng, 'current state'), and '态度' (tài dù, 'attitude'). '维持现状' is a common Chinese expression derived from the idea of keeping things as they are, while '态度' specifies the stance or position taken toward a situation.

Usage Notes

This phrase is typically used in formal or analytical contexts, such as politics, business, or social commentary. It implies a passive or conservative approach rather than active opposition to change.

Word Breakdown

维持
to maintain or keep
verb
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现状
current state or status quo
noun
+
possessive particle
particle
+
态度
attitude or stance
noun
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