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Gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary
gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary
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没有能力的文雅，还不如乞丐
used to emphasize the importance of valuing competence over social status, as having a high status without the necessary skills can lead to arrogance, incompetence, and ultimately failure
例子
The politician had risen to power on the back of his family's name and reputation, but when it came time to lead, he was found wanting - indeed, gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary.
