低估 dīgū to underestimate
to underestimate; to underrate
How to remember 低估: 低 low + 估 to estimate = to underestimate.
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How it is used
- To underestimate - 别低估了他的实力 (bié dīgūle tā de shílì) don't underestimate his ability.
- Common in warnings: 不可低估 (must not be underestimated).
- Direct antonym 高估 (gāogū, overestimate); the pair mirrors English under/over-estimate exactly - 高估自己 (gāogū zìjǐ) overestimate yourself.
Example sentences
- 别低估我。 Bié dīgū wǒ.Don't underestimate me.
- 你可别低估我。 Nǐ kěbié dīgū wǒ.Don't underestimate me.
- 不要低估我的力量。 Búyào dīgū wǒ de lìliàng.Don't underestimate my power.