quǎn

Meaning of 犬马

犬马 means a humble self-reference used by subjects to the monarch in ancient times, comparing oneself to a dog or horse to express willingness to serve. Pronounced quǎn mǎ.

  • a humble self-reference used by subjects to the monarch in ancient times, comparing oneself to a dog or horse to express willingness to serve

Definitions & Examples

Chén
yuàn
xiào
quǎn
zhī
láo
 

This humble servant is willing to render loyal service.

rén
cháng
quǎn
 
shì
zhōng
xīn
 

Ancient people often compared themselves to dogs and horses to demonstrate their loyalty.

chēng
yuàn
wéi
shàng
si
xiào
quǎn
zhī
láo
 

He claimed he was willing to render devoted service to his superior.

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