簪笔磬折 — “To show profound respect and deference”
簪笔磬折 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to show profound respect and deference”. Often by assuming a humble and attentive posture (like wearing a writing brush and bowing deeply). Literally, “Insert brush and bow deeply”.
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在拜访老师时，他总是簪笔磬折，虚心请教，展现出对知识的敬意。
When visiting his teacher, he always showed great deference, humbly seeking guidance, demonstrating respect for knowledge.
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What does 簪笔磬折 mean?
簪笔磬折 (zān bǐ qìng zhé) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to show profound respect and deference”.
How do you pronounce 簪笔磬折?
簪笔磬折 is pronounced zān bǐ qìng zhé in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 簪笔磬折 literally mean?
Literally, 簪笔磬折 means “Insert brush and bow deeply”. It is used to mean “to show profound respect and deference”.
What is the Chinese definition of 簪笔磬折?
簪：插戴。古代插笔备礼，躬身作揖，表示恭敬