卑微 bēiwēi lowly
lowly; humble
How to remember 卑微: 卑 inferior + 微 small = lowly.
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How it is used
- Lowly and humble - of status or oneself - 出身卑微 (chūshēn bēiwēi) of humble origins.
- Describes low social standing or a self-abasing sense of smallness; can be poignant.
- Contrast 高贵 (gāoguì, noble); distinct from 卑鄙 (despicable in character).