身の程を知る（みのほどをしる）
JLPT N1 · Ichidan verb (Group 2)
Meaning: to know one's limits
Example sentences
- 身の程を知って無理をしない。 — Know your limits and don't push yourself too hard.
- 身の程を知ることも大切だ。 — Knowing your own limits is important too.
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