能ある鷹は爪を隠す
- expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
- Godan verb with 'su' ending
能ある鷹は爪を隠す
Expression
Godan
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expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'su' ending
proverb
a wise man keeps some of his talents in reserve;one shouldn't show off;the person who knows most often says least;a skilled hawk hides its talons
Other forms
能有る鷹は爪を隠す 【のうあるたかはつめをかくす】 · 脳ある鷹は爪を隠す 【のうあるたかはつめをかくす】 (word containing irregular kanji usage)