意思
To admit that you were wrong and apologize.
文化背景
The phrase is well-known but sometimes considered a bit old-fashioned. It is often used in political commentary. Very common in sports and business journalism to describe a team or company that was overconfident.
No 'a'
Remember: never say 'a humble pie'. Just 'eat humble pie'.
Use with care
It can sound a bit mocking if you say someone else 'is eating humble pie'.
意思
To admit that you were wrong and apologize.
No 'a'
Remember: never say 'a humble pie'. Just 'eat humble pie'.
Use with care
It can sound a bit mocking if you say someone else 'is eating humble pie'.
自我测试
Complete the sentence.
After his prediction was proven wrong, he had to ______ humble pie.
The idiom is always 'eat humble pie'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best usage.
The idiom does not use articles.
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2 练习After his prediction was proven wrong, he had to ______ humble pie.
The idiom is always 'eat humble pie'.
Choose the best usage.
The idiom does not use articles.
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常见问题
2 个问题No, it is a metaphor.
No, that is grammatically incorrect.
相关表达
Eat crow
synonymTo admit you were wrong.
Swallow one's pride
similarTo suppress your ego.
Lose face
contrastTo be embarrassed.
