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胆小
dǎnxiǎo
Description
胆小的人很容易害怕，不敢做危险的事情。
A 胆小 person is easily scared and doesn't dare to do dangerous things.
这个词常常用来说一个人不勇敢。
This word is often used to describe someone who is not brave.
Meanings
胆小dǎnxiǎo
timid; cowardly; easily frightened
我妹妹很胆小，怕黑。
My little sister is timid and afraid of the dark.
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Notes
- Etymology
胆 (gallbladder, courage) + 小 (small) — literally "small gallbladder," meaning lacking courage.
- Nuance
often mildly negative; 胆小鬼 is a stronger, teasing noun form ("coward").
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