举止 (jǔ zhǐ) — bearing, manner, demeanor
Definition
举止 refers to a person's overall bearing and manner — how they carry themselves in action. Among siblings, 神态 is more about facial expression, while 风度/风范 stress a person's stylish or admirable style.
noun
bearingmannerdemeanor
Examples
- 举止。Tā de jǔ zhǐ dà fāng dé tǐ.Her bearing is generous and appropriate.
- 举止。Zài zhèng shì chǎng hé yào zhù yì zì jǐ de jǔ zhǐ.In formal occasions, pay attention to your manner.
- 举止。Tā de jǔ zhǐ xiǎn de hěn zì xìn.His demeanor appears very confident.
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