Definition
To be in a subordinate or less important position compared to someone else.
处于次要或从属的地位。
In that project, he had to play second fiddle as he lacked the necessary experience.
在那个项目中,由于缺乏必要的经验,他不得不处于次要位置。
She always felt like she was in her sister's shadow, constantly playing second fiddle.
她总觉得自己活在姐姐的阴影下,一直处于次要地位。
He was tired of always playing second fiddle in the team, so he decided to move to a role where he could lead.
他厌倦了在团队中总是处于次要地位,所以决定转到一个可以担任领导角色的职位。