Definition
小霸王 literally means 'little tyrant' or 'little overlord'. It describes a child who is spoiled, domineering, and behaves like a little boss — often because parents or grandparents give in to every demand. The term carries a mix of mild criticism and affectionate exasperation; it's not a clinical label but a colloquial, slightly humorous complaint. You might hear it when a child refuses to share toys, bosses other kids around, or throws a tantrum to get what they want.
n.
spoiled child who acts like a little tyrantdomineering kidlittle bully
Examples
- ，小霸王。Zhè háizi bèi chǒng huài le, jiǎnzhí shì gè xiǎo bà wáng.This child has been spoiled rotten; he's a real little tyrant.
- 小霸王。Línjū jiā de xiǎo bà wáng yòu lái qiǎng wánjù le.The little tyrant from next door came to snatch toys again.
- ，小霸王。Bié guàn zhe tā, bùrán zhēn chéng xiǎo bà wáng le.Don't indulge him, or he'll really become a little tyrant.
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