诚实 (chéng shí) — honest

Definition

Honest, chiefly about not lying or cheating. 真诚 and 诚恳 focus more on sincerity in feelings and words; 诚信 emphasizes trust and integrity.

adjective
honest

Examples

  • 诚实
    Tā fēi cháng chéng shí, cóng bú piàn rén.
    He is very honest and never lies.
  • 诚实
    Zuò yí gè chéng shí de rén hěn zhòng yào.
    It is important to be an honest person.
  • 诚实
    Wǒ men dōu yào zuò yí gè chéng shí de xué shēng.
    We all should be honest students.

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