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无地自容(無地自容)

wú dì zì róngLife Philosophy

无地自容 (wú dì zì róng) literally meansno ground to contain oneselfand expressesextremely ashamed; wish to disappear”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving life philosophy.

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Pronunciation: wú dì zì róng Literal meaning: No ground to contain oneself

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes having no (无) ground (地) to contain (容) oneself (自) - wishing to disappear from shame. The image of having nowhere to hide captures extreme embarrassment. The phrase appeared in texts describing disgrace so profound that the person wishes the earth would swallow them. Modern usage describes intense shame or embarrassment where one wants to disappear, often from public humiliation or exposure of wrongdoing.

When to Use

Situation: The public exposure left him feeling deeply ashamed.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 无地自容 mean in English?

无地自容 (wú dì zì róng) literally translates toNo ground to contain oneselfand is used to expressExtremely ashamed; wish to disappear”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theLife Philosophy category..

When is 无地自容 used?

Situation: The public exposure left him feeling deeply ashamed.

What is the pinyin for 无地自容?

The pinyin pronunciation for 无地自容 iswú dì zì róng”.