Chinese
dǎnxiǎo
Meaning: timid; cowardly
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

膽小
膽
小
胆小
胆
小

Example sentences

He has been timid since he was a child, and is even afraid of being home alone at night.
他性格膽小,遇到困難總是畏縮。
他性格胆小,遇到困难总是畏缩。
He has a timid personality and always flinches when facing difficulties.
只要有一點風吹草動,這隻膽小的貓就會躲起來。
只要有一点风吹草动,这只胆小的猫就会躲起来。
At the slightest stir, this timid cat will go hide.

Usage Notes

Describes a lack of courage or being easily frightened. Often used for personality traits.

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