胆小
Characters in This Word
Definitions
- cowardice
- timid
Example Sentences
她天生胆小怕事。
Tā tiānshēng dǎnxiǎo pàshì
She is naturally timid and fearful
Related Words
大勇若怯(dà yǒng ruò qiè)· a great hero may appear timid (idiom); the really brave person remains level-headed
→大勇若怯，大智若愚(dà yǒng ruò qiè , dà zhì ruò yú)· a great hero may appear timid, the wise may appear stupid (idiom); the general public may not recognize great talent
→小心谨慎(xiǎo xīn jǐn shèn)· cautious and timid (idiom); prudent
→小手小脚(xiǎo shǒu xiǎo jiǎo)· mean
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胆小: New to the HSK lists at HSK 5. See where your old level lands
New exam levels follow the CLEC syllabus released 15 November 2025. The first official sitting is announced for 13 December 2026. HSK 7-9 is one advanced band.
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