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humble
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bescheiden, demütig
behaving in a way that shows the lack of pride or sense of superiority over others
Example
The humble artist credits others for his success, grateful for their support and encouragement.
The humble leader listens to the ideas and concerns of others, valuing their contributions.
Her humble attitude endears her to everyone she meets, making her a beloved friend.
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bescheiden
low or inferior in station or quality
03
bescheiden, chassé
perform a chasse step, in ballet
04
bescheiden, erniedrigt
having a low social rank or position, often characterized by modesty
Example
She never forgot her humble origins, even after achieving great success in her career.
His humble station in life did not deter him from pursuing higher education and better opportunities.
Despite his humble beginnings, he rose to become a respected leader in the community.
05
bescheiden, einfach
used of unskilled work (especially domestic work)
to humble
01
demütigen, erniedrigen
to make someone feel ashamed by reminding them of their weaknesses or limitations
Transitive: to humble sb
Example
The wise words of the elder humbled the arrogant young man.
His failure in the competition humbled him and made him reevaluate his approach.
The harsh criticism humbled him, prompting him to reflect on his actions and strive to be better.
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erniedrigen, demütigen
to significantly diminish someone’s strength, influence, or dignity
Transitive: to humble sb
Example
The once-dominant empire was humbled by a series of unexpected defeats.
Nature ’s forces humbled the explorers, showing them their vulnerability.
A difficult life lesson humbled the once-proud leader, reshaping his views.
Beispiel
The humble artist credits others for his success, grateful for their support and encouragement.
The humble leader listens to the ideas and concerns of others, valuing their contributions.
Her humble attitude endears her to everyone she meets, making her a beloved friend.
He's a humble person, never boasting about his achievements and always treating others with kindness.
Despite his success, he remains humble, never seeking recognition for his accomplishments.
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