Near vermilion, one becomes red; near ink, one becomes black. -近朱者赤,近墨者黑 . . . 近朱者赤,近墨者黑 This proverb emphasizes the influence of one's surroundings It suggests that individuals are influenced by their environment, absorbing characteristics similar to those around them Thus, choosing the right companions and influences is crucial for personal growth
近朱者赤，近墨者黑 meaning - Chinese-English Dictionary 近朱者赤，近墨者黑 [Pinyin] jìn zhū zhě chì , jìn mò zhě hēi [English meaning] those who handle cinnabar are stained red; those who work with ink are stained black (idiom) you are the product of your environment