humble
mütevazi
definition
verb
I knew he had humbled himself to ask for my help
lower (someone) in dignity or importance.
adjective
he was humble about his stature as one of rock history's most influential guitarists
having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance.
she came from a humble, unprivileged background
of low social, administrative, or political rank.
translation of 'humble'
adjective
alçakgönüllü,
basit,
nâçiz,
mütevazi,
alçak
example
Despite their 'humble' beginnings, they are an internationally recognised and respected organisation.
It was an optimistic time as pupils from 'humble' backgrounds won places to study at the national university, while others started careers in the civil service, the police and the army.
What one or two characteristics define a really quality blog (in your 'humble' opinion, of course)?
The Tibetans I spoke to were infectiously 'humble' and friendly and politically charged without being pushy about independence after the Chinese invaded.
Geoffrey came from a 'humble' working class background in Liverpool.
I had to work through my pride and ego and 'humble' myself and pray a lot, but I am a better person for it.
So as we walked together, I regarded the corporal, even though he was of 'humble' rank, and only two stripes my superior, as a man of appointed honor.
They currently stand proudly atop Group A - but can they 'humble' the hosts to stay there?
These executives and managers are 'humble' , fearless, modest, and willful with endless reserves of energy.
From 'humble' beginnings with 11 electronic trading platforms, the number exploded to a high of 90 in 2001.
The heartbeat of the landowners' movement is the small trailer which serves as their base camp and 'humble' headquarters.
In my 'humble' estimation, these statistics should ignite a spark in the minds of serious bowlers.
The images show Hong Kong's transformation from 'humble' manufacturing base to modern financial powerhouse.
They then proceeded to torch the 'humble' dwellings of the farm workers, presumably to ensure that they would not try to return to the village.
All this was attended to in a professional and caring manner, whilst offering 'humble' apologies for the state of the equipment they were forced to endure.
We both came from quite 'humble' backgrounds and then we really appreciated what we got out of our football careers.
After presenting his scholarly ideal, the author describes his own 'humble' scholarly contribution quite modestly.
Can you be stinking rich and love yourself and be proud of yourself and yet be 'humble' and modest as well?
Reflecting on his own 'humble' background, he sought to prove the case that where there are few bars to opportunity, you can rise to the highest office in whatever career you choose.
A labour court in February ordered that the workers be re-instated and the six are back at work but they are refusing to move back into their 'humble' houses on the farm.
These official inscriptions were produced in substantial quantities, in contrast to the small number of inscriptions produced by more 'humble' social groups.
I played in a poker tournament where I sat with a bunch of guys in sunglasses who proceeded to take my money and 'humble' me completely and totally.
‘I am here as a 'humble' human man of ordinary background,’ Bishop Kelly told The Nationalist this week.
In my 'humble' opinion, this sounds just about right.
Lloyd George was from a very 'humble' background, had risen to the heights of British politics, and was very clever, very amusing.
It's goal is to defeat, to 'humble' , the hyperpower.
He's so 'humble' and modest; I'm someone who literally brags when he goes to the gym, so it's pretty cool to come across such selflessness.
From its 'humble' beginnings in January 1952, the school has continued to flourish attracting children from all over the locality.
The Glasgow victory shows how ordinary workers can take on and 'humble' this kind of giant firm.
The party's rise also provided an opportunity for people of 'humble' social origins to enter politics.
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