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大勇若怯
dà​yǒng​ruò​qiè

a great hero may appear timid

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  • 大勇若怯,大智若愚 dà​yǒng​ruò​qiè​dà​zhì​ruò​yú the truly brave and wise appear simple
    the greatest courage may appear like cowardice, and the highest wisdom may appear like stupidity; used to describe how exceptional talent or virtue is often hidden behind a humble or unassuming appearance