尊严 (zūn yán) — dignity
Definition
尊严 is inherent human dignity — the right to be treated with respect. It is more formal and absolute than 面子 (social face) and more focused on personal worth than 荣誉 (earned honor or reputation).
noun
dignity
Examples
- 尊严。Guó jiā de zhǔ quán hé zūn yán bù róng qīn fàn.The sovereignty and dignity of a nation is inviolable.
- 尊严。Tā zài kùn nan zhōng bǎo chí le zūn yán.He maintained his dignity in difficulty.
- 尊严。Měi gè rén dōu xiǎng yǒu zuò rén de zūn yán.Everyone enjoys the dignity of being human.
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