居高臨下

geoi1 gou1 lam4 haa6

lit. to be in a high location, overlooking the scene below (idiom) · fig. to occupy a commanding position · to assume a haughty attitude

2 Written Forms

Meanings

  1. lit. to be in a high location, overlooking the scene below (idiom)
  2. fig. to occupy a commanding position
  3. to assume a haughty attitude

Written Forms

居高臨下Traditional · Main Form
居高临下Alternate Form

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