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不卑不亢

bùbēibùkàng
idiom #59,168

Meanings

  1. 1 neither humble nor arrogant
  2. 2 to have proper self-respect; to carry oneself with dignity

Examples

他面对上司不卑不亢，非常得体。
Tā miànduì shàngsi bùbēi bùkàng, fēicháng détǐ.
He faced his boss with dignity, neither obsequious nor haughty, and it was very appropriate.
外交官应该不卑不亢地表达立场。
Wàijiāoguān yīnggāi bùbēi bùkàng de biǎodá lìchǎng.
A diplomat should state their position with composed dignity.

Tips

usage
卑 means self-abasement, 亢 means arrogance. The phrase describes a balanced, dignified demeanor — praised in both personal conduct and diplomacy.

Stroke Order

不 bù
卑 bēi
亢 kàng