Dictionary entryCEFR B2adjective
humble
IPA pronunciation: /ˈhʌmbl/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
скромный; простой
English definition
Having or showing a modest opinion of one's own importance, or not proud or arrogant.
Example
Despite his success, he remained humble.
Collocations
- humble beginnings
- humble opinion
- humble background
- eat humble pie
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