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March 24, 2026
骄傲(驕傲)jiāo’ào(jiao1ao4)
骄傲 (jiāo'ào) refers to a sense of pride or arrogance. It can describe a positive feeling of being proud of one's achievements or possessions, but it often carries a negative connotation of being conceited or overly self-important in social contexts.
Strokes21Frequency#1358DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, humility is highly valued, and being 骄傲 can be seen as a social faux pas. This contrasts with some Western cultures where pride in one's accomplishments is often encouraged and celebrated.
Memory Tip
Imagine a peacock (known for its proud display of feathers) strutting around, showcasing its beauty. The character 骄 combines the radical for 'horse' (represented by '驕') and the character for 'to be proud,' symbolizing the pride one feels when they show off their strengths, just like a peacock.
Meanings of 骄傲
jiāo’ào(jiao1ao4)
1pride
2arrogance
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About 骄傲
骄傲Simplified
驕傲Traditional
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名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#1358Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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自豪 (zìháo) refers to a positive sense of pride in one's achievements, while 骄傲 (jiāo'ào) often implies arrogance or conceit.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 骄傲 with just 'pride' or 'confidence' without recognizing its negative implications. It's commonly used in both formal and informal settings, but be cautious with the tone; using it in a negative context can offend. Common collocations include '骄傲自满' (arrogantly self-satisfied) and '骄傲的态度' (proud attitude).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 骄傲 connects to themes of emotion and self-perception, which align well with other emotional vocabulary at this level. Focus on using it in sentences to express both positive pride and the more negative aspect of arrogance.
Common Mistakes
Learners might use 骄傲 incorrectly by saying '我感到骄傲' (I feel pride) in contexts where humility is expected. A better phrasing in such contexts might be '我感到自豪' (I feel proud).
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骄傲 (jiāo'ào) refers to a sense of pride or arrogance. It can describe a positive feeling of being proud of one's achievements or possessions, but it often carries a negative connotation of being conceited or overly self-important in social contexts.
When to use 骄傲
Learners often confuse 骄傲 with just 'pride' or 'confidence' without recognizing its negative implications. It's commonly used in both formal and informal settings, but be cautious with the tone; using it in a negative context can offend. Common collocations include '骄傲自满' (arrogantly self-satisfied) and '骄傲的态度' (proud attitude).
骄傲 or something close to it
自豪 (zìháo) refers to a positive sense of pride in one's achievements, while 骄傲 (jiāo'ào) often implies arrogance or conceit.
What learners get wrong
Learners might use 骄傲 incorrectly by saying '我感到骄傲' (I feel pride) in contexts where humility is expected. A better phrasing in such contexts might be '我感到自豪' (I feel proud).
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Grammar Patterns of 骄傲
骄傲 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
