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humble; inferior
Kanji 2057

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Synopsis

Find out about a kanji that primarily means "humble" but typically appears in words for arrogance! Learn to say, "He had an arrogant face." Also discover how 遜 as "inferior" enables you to make comparisons, as in "This potter's work is comparable to that of his predecessors," "It tastes every bit as good as Japanese rice," and "She is as capable as a professional."

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Cover of essay 2057 on 遜 (humble; inferior)
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