Definition
To accept one's current social standing or role within a group or society and not attempt to change it, often implying a lack of ambition or acceptance of limitations.
安分守己,满足現狀
He never seeks promotion and is always content with his current role; he knows his place.
他從不尋求升職,總是滿足於目前的角色;他知道自己的位置。
In that company, you'd better know your place and not try to challenge the management.
在那家公司,你最好知道自己的位置,不要試圖挑戰管理層。
She never complains about her job; she completely knows her place.
她從不抱怨自己的工作;她完全知道自己的位置。