大巧若拙 meaning in English
great art conceals itself -- a capable man pretends to be stupid in order to avoid jealousy.; great wisdom appears stupid.; a man of great skill is like an idiot.; a great intelligent man looks dull
Examples
- Catch the bear before you sell its skin . cats hide their paws
大事未成时，莫开庆功宴。大智若愚，大巧若拙。 - The image which looks crude and the simple expressing method reflect a kind of pure and simple spiritual idea , which is wanted in the modern public appreciation of beauty
其大巧若拙的形象和简约的表现手法体现了一种淳朴的精神观念，这种创造意识和审美趣味，正是现代公众审美需求中的一部分。