温克 (wēn kè) — gentle and self-restrained

Définition

温克 (wēnkè) is a formal, literary adjective-like verb meaning 'gentle and self-restrained' — it describes a person's temperament, especially under pressure. More literary than everyday 温柔, and stresses restraint more than warmth.

verb
gentle and self-restrained

Exemples

  • 温克
    Tā wèi rén wēn kè, cóng bù fā pí qi.
    He is gentle and self-restrained, never losing his temper.
  • 温克
    Zài zhè zhǒng chǎng hé, tā biǎo xiàn dé shí fēn wēn kè.
    On such occasions, she behaves very gently and self-restrainedly.
  • 温克
    wēn kè De tài dù ràng tā zài tán pàn zhōng yíng dé le zūn zhòng.
    His gentle and self-restrained attitude earned him respect in the negotiations.
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