引以自豪 (yǐn yǐ zì háo) — to take pride in; to be proud of (something)
Definition
A set phrase meaning to take pride in something, often a lasting achievement or heritage. Stronger and more literary than the everyday 骄傲.
verb
to take pride into be proud of (something)
Examples
- 引以自豪。Tā yǐn yǐ zì háo de shì zì jǐ duō nián de yán jiū chéng guǒ.He takes pride in his many years of research achievements.
- 引以自豪。Zhè ge chéng shì yǐn yǐ zì háo yōng yǒu yōu jiǔ de lì shǐ hé càn làn de wén huà.This city is proud of its long history and splendid culture.
- 引以自豪。Tā men yǐn yǐ zì háo néng gòu wèi guó jiā zuò chū zhè yàng de gòng xiàn.They take pride in being able to make such contributions to the country.
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