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严格
yángé
Description
"严格"的意思是要求很高，规则很多，不能马虎。
"严格" means having very high demands, many rules, and no sloppiness allowed.
我们常用它来说老师、父母或者管理很认真、很严。
We often use it to describe teachers, parents, or management as very serious and strict.
Meanings
严格yángé
strict; rigorous; demanding
我们老师对我们很严格。
Our teacher is very strict with us.
严格yángé
strictly (do something)
请严格按照规则做。
Please follow the rules strictly.
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Notes
- Etymology
严 (strict/stern) + 格 (standard/rule), literally "strict standards."
- Nuance
严格 stresses high standards; 严厉 emphasizes harsh, stern manner or punishment.
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