Definition
自豪 (zìháo) is a positive, dignified word for 'proud' — it expresses legitimate pride in achievements, one's country, or oneself, without the negative connotation of arrogance. Unlike 骄傲 (jiāo'ào), which can also mean 'arrogant', 自豪 is always positive; 得意 (déyì) is more about self-satisfaction after a personal success, often with a slightly smug tone.
adjective
proud (of one's achievements, oneself, etc.)
Examples
- 自豪。Wǒ wèi wǒ de zǔguó gǎndào zì háo.I am proud of my motherland.
- 自豪。Tā zì háo de zhǎnshì le zìjǐ de zuòpǐn.She proudly displayed her own work.
- 自豪。Zhè cì chénggōng ràng tā fēicháng zì háo.This success made him very proud.
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