自古紅顏多薄命

Chinese

since ancient times; from time immemorial pretty face; beautiful woman
 
many; much; a lot of; numerous; multi-
born under an unlucky star; born unlucky; ill-fated
trad. (自古紅顏多薄命) 自古 紅顏 薄命
simp. (自古红颜多薄命) 自古 红颜 薄命

Etymology

Literally: From ancient times, many with a rosy countenance have been ill-fated.

Pronunciation


Proverb

自古紅顏多薄命

  1. since ancient times, beautiful women have often been ill-fated
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