Definition
骄子 is a noun that originally appeared in the classical phrase 天之骄子, referring to someone favored by Heaven—often a ruler or exceptional talent. In modern usage it describes a child who is the pride of the family, implying exceptional ability or success. The term carries a slightly literary or admiring tone and is not used in casual everyday speech.
n.
(figurative) a child who is the pride of the familyfavorite son/daughter(historical/literary) someone favored by Heavenone of exceptional talent or destiny
Examples
- 骄子，。Tā shì fùmǔ de jiāo zǐ, cóngxiǎo jiù tèbié yōuxiù.He is the pride of his parents, exceptionally outstanding since childhood.
- ，。Tā cháng bèi chēng zuò tiān zhī jiāo zǐ, jiānfù zhe zhòngyào de shǐmìng.He is often called the chosen one of Heaven, shouldering an important mission.
- 骄子，。Tā shì shāngyè jiè de jiāo zǐ, niánjì qīngqīng jiù qǔdé le jùdà chénggōng.He is the pride of the business world, achieving great success at a young age.
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