后生可畏

后生可畏 [hòu shēng kě wèi]

1. ■ A youth is to be regarded with respect -- the younger generation will surpass the older.; A ragged colt may make a good horse.; An after-born should be feared.; Every oak has been an acorn.; Juniors are to be respected.; There is no limits to the youngster's promise.; The rising generation is to be reckoned with.; The young deserve to be treated with respect [awe].; The young are to be regarded with awe.; Youth are to be regarded with respect.