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淡泊明志
dàn​bó​míng​zhì

to live a simple life with high ideals

Definitions Defs Origin Strokes Stroke Words Sentences Sents
  1. 淡泊 dàn​bó
    indifferent to fame and wealth
    Living a simple and tranquil life without seeking fame or money; detached; disinterested.
  2. 明志 míng​zhì
    to express one's aspirations
    To show or state one's sincere convictions, ideals, or determination.