Pride goes before a fall Meaning in English
expression
释义
This expression means that being too proud or arrogant often leads to problems or failure.
用法与细微差别
This is a proverb, often used to warn someone not to be overconfident or arrogant. Common in careful advice or in storytelling about someone's downfall. Similar to 'don't get too big for your boots.' Used in both formal and informal settings.
例句
Remember, pride goes before a fall when you win easily.
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My coach often says, 'pride goes before a fall.'
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Be careful—not everyone remembers that pride goes before a fall.
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He was so sure of himself, but you know, pride goes before a fall.
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She ignored everyone's advice, and as they say, pride goes before a fall.
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You were warned, but sometimes pride goes before a fall and lessons are learned the hard way.
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