Chinese
dīdiào
Meaning: low-key; modest; unassuming
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

他雖然很有錢,但生活一直很低調。
他虽然很有钱,但生活一直很低调。
Although he is very rich, he has always lived a very low-key life.
這件事我希望低調處理,請你不要到處張揚。
I hope to handle this matter low-key; please don't spread it everywhere.

Usage Notes

Refers to someone who is modest and does not like to show off or attract attention.

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