树大招风 meaning in English
a tall tree catches the wind -- a person in a high position is liable to be attacked.; a great tree inspires the wind.; destruction pursues the great.; great winds blow upon high hills.; oaks may fall when reeds stand the storm.; the higher the tree, the stronger the wind
Examples
- Tall trees catch much wind .
树大招风。 - Oaks may fall when reeds stand the storm
正当芦苇顶风暴，或许橡树要倾倒。 （树大招风。 ） - Tall trees catch much wind
谚树大招风。