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be humble
[bi ˈhʌmbəl]
verb phrase
ser humilde
1.
to display or maintain a modest or humble attitude; to avoid arrogance or self-importance
You should be humble about your achievements.
Você deveria ser humilde sobre suas conquistas.
2.
to conduct oneself with modesty and respect toward others
Despite his success, he continues to be humble and kind.
Apesar do seu sucesso, ele continua a ser humilde e gentil.
NYC Slang
keep it real / stay real
Synonyms
be modest
show humility
stay grounded
be unpretentious
Antonyms
be arrogant
be conceited
be proud
be boastful
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ser humilde
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ser humilde
common formal and informal usage
Rio de Janeiro
ser humilde
standard usage
Portugal
ser humilde
standard European Portuguese equivalent
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep your feet on the ground
don't get a big head
stay humble and hungry
manter os pés no chão (Portuguese)
não ficar com a cabeça inchada (Portuguese)
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