Tā cóngxiǎo jiù chéngshòuzhe fùmǔ wàngzǐchénglóng de qīwàng.
From childhood he bore his parents' dragon-sized expectations.
Tips
culture
The dragon (龙) in Chinese culture is the supreme auspicious creature — emperor's symbol, embodiment of power and success. 'Becoming a dragon' means reaching the very top of career and status. Pair: 望女成凤 (daughter → phoenix).
usage
A cornerstone term of modern education-culture discussions. Often slightly critical in modern contexts — evokes parental pressure, cram schools, and the cost to children's well-being — though the phrase itself is neutral.
