贵不期骄 — “Even those in high or prominent positions”
贵不期骄 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Even those in high or prominent positions”. Despite not wishing to become arrogant or despotic, may unconsciously develop such traits over time due to their status. Literally, “Though esteemed, one does not expect to become arrogant”.
贵不期骄 Pronunciation and Pinyin
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What does 贵不期骄 mean?
贵不期骄 (guì bù qī jiāo) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Even those in high or prominent positions”.
How do you pronounce 贵不期骄?
贵不期骄 is pronounced guì bù qī jiāo in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 贵不期骄 literally mean?
Literally, 贵不期骄 means “Though esteemed, one does not expect to become arrogant”. It is used to mean “Even those in high or prominent positions”.
What is the Chinese definition of 贵不期骄?
指显贵的人尽管不希望自己染上骄恣专横的习气，但它仍然在不知不觉中滋长起来了。