Definition
to speak to an individual in a condescending manner, implying they are less capable or significant.
用自高自大的語氣對某人說話
He always talks down to me, making me feel worthless.
他總是對我說話高高在上，讓我覺得自己一無是處。
If you continue to talk down to your colleagues like that, they will have no respect for you.
如果你繼續那樣對同事說話高高在上，他們不會尊重你。
Teachers shouldn't talk down to students, as it can affect their self-esteem.
老師不應該對學生說話高高在上，因為這會影響他們的自尊心。