不由得 meaning and pronunciation

不由得
Simplified/traditional word

不由得 English definition

bù yóu de
  • can't help
  • cannot but

HSK level

Characters

  • 不 (bù): (negative prefix); not; no;
  • 由 (yóu): to follow; from; it is for...to; reason; cause; because of; due to; to; to leave it (to sb); by (introduces passive verb);
  • 得 (dé): to obtain; to get; to gain; to catch (a disease); proper; suitable; proud; contented; to allow; to permit; ready; finished;