举止 (jǔ zhǐ) — bearing, manner, demeanor

Definition

举止 refers to a person's bearing and manner as expressed through their actions and behavior—how they carry themselves in social situations. It is more about specific actions and deportment, unlike 仪表 (yíbiǎo), which focuses on overall appearance and external poise, and 神态 (shéntài), which centers on facial expressions and look.

noun

bearingmannerdemeanor

Examples

举止。
Tā de jǔ zhǐ dàfāng détǐ.
Her bearing is generous and appropriate.
举止。
Zài zhèngshì chǎnghé yào zhùyì zìjǐ de jǔ zhǐ.
In formal occasions, pay attention to your manner.
举止。
Tā de jǔ zhǐ xiǎnde hěn zìxìn.
His demeanor appears very confident.

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