An arrogant person who thinks they are superior to everyone else.
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- Refers to excessive pride and arrogance.
- Implies a lack of respect for others.
- Always carries a negative connotation in Chinese.
用法模式：它通常作为谓语或定语使用，例如“他太自大了”或“一个自大的人”。在句中，它常与“傲慢”、“狂妄”连用，用来强调某人主观意识上的膨胀。
- 1常见语境：该词常出现在评价他人性格或行为的场合。在职场中，如果一个人听不进同事建议，会被评价为自大；在日常生活中，如果某人总是夸耀自己而贬低他人，也会被贴上自大的标签。它不仅描述一种性格，更常用于批评那种因为优越感而产生的傲慢行为。
- 1近义词辨析：与“自信”不同，“自信”是基于对自己能力的客观评估，是正面词汇；而“自大”是盲目的，缺乏客观依据。与“骄傲”相比，“骄傲”在某些语境下（如“为成就感到骄傲”）是中性或褒义的，而“自大”始终是贬义，强调的是对他人的轻视。
Examples
他因为一点成绩就变得非常自大。
everydayHe became very arrogant because of a small achievement.
这种狂妄自大的行为在公司里是不被允许的。
formalSuch arrogant behavior is not tolerated in the company.
别那么自大，大家都有自己的长处。
informalDon't be so arrogant; everyone has their own strengths.
从心理学角度分析，这种自大往往源于内心深处的自卑。
academicFrom a psychological perspective, this arrogance often stems from deep-seated inferiority.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
狂妄自大
Arrogant and conceited
自大狂
Megalomaniac
别自大了
Don't be so arrogant
Often Confused With
Confidence is a positive trait based on self-belief. Arrogance is a negative trait based on superiority.
Very similar to self-importance. '自负' focuses on one's own estimation, while '自大' emphasizes the outward display of superiority.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '自大' is strictly negative and should be used cautiously. It is often used to criticize someone's character or behavior. In formal writing, it is frequently paired with '狂妄' to form the idiom '狂妄自大'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it to describe someone who is simply 'confident' (自信). Remember that '自大' implies a lack of respect for others. Do not use it to describe someone who is proud of their hard-earned success.
Tips
Use with caution in social settings
Because '自大' is a strong negative label, avoid using it directly to someone's face unless you intend to start a conflict.
Do not confuse with confidence
Ensure you distinguish between '自信' (positive self-assurance) and '自大' (negative arrogance) to avoid misunderstandings.
Confucian influence on humility
Chinese culture highly values humility. Being called '自大' is a significant social criticism, as it violates the traditional virtue of modesty.
Word Origin
The word comes from the literal meaning of 'Self' (自) and 'Big' (大). It describes a person whose ego has grown beyond reality, leading them to believe they are the most important person in the room.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, modesty is a highly prized virtue. Therefore, being labeled as '自大' is a significant social stigma that suggests a lack of proper upbringing or emotional maturity.
Memory Tip
Think of the character '大' (big). '自大' means thinking one is 'big' (important) while others are small. This mental image of an inflated ego will help you remember the meaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions自信是对自己能力的客观认可，是积极的心理状态。而自大则是盲目的自负，往往伴随着对他人的轻视，这是一种负面的性格缺陷。
可以，但这是一个非常严厉的批评。如果用这个词形容朋友，通常意味着你认为对方的行为已经让你感到不悦或冒犯。
有，比如“狂妄自大”或“目中无人”，这些词进一步强调了那种完全不把别人放在眼里的极端态度。
你可以说“他可能对自己太有信心了”或者“他有时候不太能听取别人的意见”，这样比直接说“自大”要礼貌一些。
Test Yourself
他总是听不进别人的意见，显得非常___。
因为他听不进别人意见，这是一种傲慢的表现，所以选自大。
下列哪种行为是自大的表现？
自大的人往往认为自己比别人强，不愿意承认错误。
请选出语法正确的句子。
“自大地”作状语修饰动词“拒绝”，语法正确。
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Summary
An arrogant person who thinks they are superior to everyone else.
- Refers to excessive pride and arrogance.
- Implies a lack of respect for others.
- Always carries a negative connotation in Chinese.
Use with caution in social settings
Because '自大' is a strong negative label, avoid using it directly to someone's face unless you intend to start a conflict.
Do not confuse with confidence
Ensure you distinguish between '自信' (positive self-assurance) and '自大' (negative arrogance) to avoid misunderstandings.
Confucian influence on humility
Chinese culture highly values humility. Being called '自大' is a significant social criticism, as it violates the traditional virtue of modesty.
Examples
4 of 4他因为一点成绩就变得非常自大。
He became very arrogant because of a small achievement.
这种狂妄自大的行为在公司里是不被允许的。
Such arrogant behavior is not tolerated in the company.
别那么自大，大家都有自己的长处。
Don't be so arrogant; everyone has their own strengths.
从心理学角度分析，这种自大往往源于内心深处的自卑。
From a psychological perspective, this arrogance often stems from deep-seated inferiority.
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有点
A1A little; somewhat; rather.
可恶
A2Hateful; detestable; abominable.
心不在焉
A2Absent-minded; preoccupied.
接受地
A2Acceptingly; receptively.
成就感
B1Sense of achievement; fulfillment.
撒娇
A2To act like a spoiled child; to act cute.
上瘾
B1To be addicted to something.
沉迷
A2To be addicted to; to be engrossed in.
敬佩
B1Admiration; respect; reverence.
佩服
B1To admire; to respect.
