trông lên thì chẳng bằng ai, trông xuống thì cũng chẳng ai bằng mình
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A proverb advising people to be satisfied with their current situation instead of constantly comparing themselves to others.
vi Bố tôi luôn nhắc nhở rằng trông lên thì chẳng bằng ai, trông xuống thì cũng chẳng ai bằng mình.
en My father always reminds me to be content with my lot.
An expression encouraging one to strive for achievement while remaining humble and considerate of those around them.
vi Sống ở đời, cần nhớ rằng trông lên thì chẳng bằng ai, trông xuống thì cũng chẳng ai bằng mình.
en In life, one should remember to strive for success while remaining humble.