play second fiddle

相關詞: play

成語

Definition

  1. 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。