Pride Comes Before A Fall

B2 8+

Collocations of pride comes before a fall

arrogance leads to downfall
Frequency: 70 %

His arrogance led to his downfall in the company.

overconfidence precedes failure
Frequency: 60 %

Her overconfidence in the exam resulted in a low score.

egotism leads to downfall
Frequency: 55 %

His egotism blinded him to the consequences of his actions.

hubris ends in tragedy
Frequency: 50 %

The king's hubris ultimately led to his kingdom's downfall.

prideful actions bring consequences
Frequency: 45 %

Her prideful actions at work caused tension among her colleagues.

Idiomatic Expressions for pride comes before a fall

  • Phrase: Pride comes before a fall
    Meaning: This phrase means that a person's excessive pride or overconfidence will often lead to their downfall or failure.
    Usage: It is used to caution someone against being too arrogant or boastful, reminding them that humility is important in avoiding negative consequences.