礼数 (lǐ shǔ) — social etiquette, formal courtesies, proper manners (in Chinese cultural context)
Definition
Refers to the rules of proper social conduct — visiting elders, hosting guests, showing respect — more about ritualized courtesy than everyday politeness (礼貌).
noun
social etiquetteformal courtesiesproper manners (in Chinese cultural context)
Examples
- ，礼数。Tā zuò shì hěn zhōu dào, lǐ shǔ shàng cóng bù mǎ hu.He is very thorough in his work and never slacks on social courtesies.
- ，礼数。Dì yī cì qù zhǎng bèi jiā zuò kè, yí dìng yào dǒng lǐ shǔ.When visiting an elder's home for the first time, you must understand proper etiquette.
- ，礼数，。Tā suī rán nián qīng, dàn lǐ shǔ fēi cháng zhōu dào, dà jiā dōu xǐ huan tā.Although she's young, her manners are very thorough, and everyone likes her.
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