狼狈 meaning and pronunciation

狼狈
Simplified word
狼狽
Traditional word

狼狈 English definition

láng bèi
  • in a difficult situation
  • to cut a sorry figure
  • scoundrel! (derogatory)

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  • 狼 (láng): wolf; CL:匹[pi3],隻|只[zhi1],條|条[tiao2];
  • 狈 (bèi): a legendary wolf; distressed; wretched;