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大牌

dàpái
noun

Meanings

  1. 1 big name; big brand; major label
  2. 2 big-shot (person)
  3. 3 self-important; acting like a big shot

Examples

HSK 2
这家店卖的都是国际大牌。
Zhè jiā diàn mài de dōu shì guójì dàpái.
This shop only carries major international brands.
HSK 7-9
他是业内的大牌导演。
Tā shì yènèi de dàpái dǎoyǎn.
He's a big-name director in the industry.
HSK 7-9
别耍大牌。
Bié shuǎ dàpái.
Don't act like a diva.

Tips

usage
耍大牌 (to throw one's weight around, act like a diva) is a common fixed expression - used about celebrities who are rude to staff or fans.

Stroke Order

大 dà
牌 pái