鞠躬 (jū gōng) — to bow (as a gesture of respect)

Definition

A formal bow (bending at the waist) to show respect — a deeper, more respectful gesture than 低头 (just lowering the head) or 俯首 (literary, implies submission). 跪 (kneeling) is far more extreme, usually for worship or apology.

verb
to bow (as a gesture of respect)

Beispiele

  • 鞠躬
    Tā xiàng kè rén jū gōng.
    He bowed to the guest.
  • Tā xiàng dà jiā jū le yí gè gōng.
    He made a bow to everyone.
  • Tā jū gōng shuō le yī shēng "xiè xie".
    He bowed and said “thank you”.

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