[ shìkěérzhǐ ] not overdo sth.; a little wind kindles, much puts out the fire.; be satisfied with what is proper; enough is as good as a feast.; enough is enough.; leave it at that; let it go at that.; keep from a steep undertaking; know how far to go; know when to stop; know where to stop and what to be content with; not to overdo a thing; play it just right; stop before going too far; stop where [when] you reach the limit.; there's a limit.: 我并不介意有趣、健康的玩笑, 但要适可而止。 i don't mind good clean fun, but enough is enough. 不过以后喝酒要适可而止, 喝多了容易误事! but you must be more moderate in your drinking. too much wine can easily lead to serious trouble