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妄自尊大

wàng zì zūn dàRelationships & Character

妄自尊大 (wàng zì zūn dà) literally meansunreasonably consider oneself greatand expressesbe conceited; have an inflated ego”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving relationships & character.

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Pronunciation: wàng zì zūn dà Literal meaning: Unreasonably consider oneself great

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes unreasonably (妄) considering oneself (自) honorable and great (尊大). It is the opposite of 妄自菲薄, describing excessive self-importance without justification. The phrase appeared in historical texts criticizing rulers who overestimated their power. Modern usage warns against arrogance and inflated self-assessment that can lead to poor judgment and failure.

When to Use

Situation: His overconfidence blinded him to his obvious weaknesses.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 妄自尊大 mean in English?

妄自尊大 (wàng zì zūn dà) literally translates toUnreasonably consider oneself greatand is used to expressBe conceited; have an inflated ego”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theRelationships & Character category..

When is 妄自尊大 used?

Situation: His overconfidence blinded him to his obvious weaknesses.

What is the pinyin for 妄自尊大?

The pinyin pronunciation for 妄自尊大 iswàng zì zūn dà”.