后生可畏 meaning in Chinese
a youth is to be regarded with respect -- the younger generation will surpass the older.; a ragged colt may make a good horse.; an after-born should be feared.; every oak has been an acorn.; juniors are to be respected.; there is no limits to the youngster's promise.; the rising generation is to be reckoned with.; the young deserve to be treated with respect [awe].; the young are to be regarded with awe.; youth are to be regarded with respect
Examples
- Upon seeing confucius , he said , “ you are well - known for your willingness to learn , and that ' s quite beyond me
见到孔子，他上前施礼道： “仲尼好学，遐迩闻名，后生可畏，老朽不及。 ”