Honest reprimands can prevent people from becoming complacent.
真诚的责备能够防止人变得自满。
句子中的“prevent...from”结构是英语中常见且重要的表达方式。
"A gentleman guards against self-deception and seeks humility."
"To understand oneself is the beginning of wisdom."
"To know oneself is to evaluate oneself objectively—neither overestimating nor belittling."
"Using others as a mirror requires self-awareness, self-reflection, self-respect, and self-encouragement."
"When sitting in silence, reflect on your own faults."