趾高气扬

النطق: zhǐ gāo qì yáng المعنى الحرفي: Toes high, spirits lifted

الأصل والاستخدام

This idiom describes walking with toes (趾) high (高) and spirits (气) raised (扬). It depicts someone strutting with such arrogance that even their toes seem elevated. The phrase captures the physical embodiment of pride in one's gait and bearing. Modern usage describes people who display obvious superiority complex through their demeanor and body language.

أمثلة

الإنجليزية: "He walked through the office with an insufferably superior attitude."

الصينية: 他趾高气扬地走过办公室。