在下 (zài xià) — (humble pronoun) I, me (self-deprecating form, used in historical or literary contexts)
Definition
在下 is a humble, archaic first-person pronoun used by a speaker to lower themselves — typically of yourself in literary, historical, or martial-arts (武侠) contexts. It is not used in modern everyday speech.
pronoun
(humble pronoun) Ime (self-deprecating form, used in historical or literary contexts)
Examples
- 在下，，。zài xià Xìng lǐ, míng míng, qǐng duō zhǐ jiào.My surname is Li, my given name Ming, please offer your guidance.
- 在下，。zài xià Suī rán bù cái, dàn yuàn yì yí shì.Although I am untalented, I am willing to give it a try.
- ，在下。Zhè wèi dà xiá, zài xià yǒu lǐ le.Esteemed hero, I greet you with respect.
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