The Chinese word 得意 is used to describe a feeling of pride or satisfaction in one’s accomplishments or abilities. It can also refer to a sense of superiority or arrogance. This term is often used in social situations to express one’s confidence or to show off one’s skills. For example, a person might say “我得意地展示了我的才华” which means “I proudly showcased my talent”.
Translation
Adjective: pleased with oneself
Pronunciation
Example Sentences
| Chinese | Pinyin | Engish |
|---|---|---|
| 他在学校里很得意 | tā zài xuéxiào li hěn déyì | He is very proud at school |
| 她得意地展示着她的成就 | tā déyì de zhǎnshì zhe tā de chéngjiù | She proudly displays her achievements |
| 他对自己的外表感到很得意 | tā duì zìjǐ de wàibiǎo gǎndào hěn déyì | He is very proud of his appearance |
| 她很得意地告诉我她的新工作 | tā hěn déyì de gàosù wǒ tā de xīn gōngzuò | She proudly told me about her new job |
| 他很得意地拿起了奖杯 | tā hěn déyì de ná qǐ le jiǎngbēi | He proudly picked up the trophy |
| 她对自己的演讲非常得意 | tā duì zìjǐ de yǎnjiǎng fēicháng déyì | She is very proud of her speech |
| 他很得意地炫耀着他的新车 | tā hěn déyì de xuànyào zhe tā de xīn chē | He proudly shows off his new car |
| 她对自己的孩子们感到非常得意 | tā duì zìjǐ de háizimen gǎndào fēicháng déyì | She is very proud of her children |
HSK
得意 is part of HSK Level 4 in both HSK 2.0 and HSK 3.0.
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