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克制
kèzhì
Description
当我们生气或者想做某件事的时候，克制的意思就是控制住自己，不让感情或欲望表现出来。
When we are angry or want to do something, 克制 means controlling oneself and not showing emotions or desires.
这个词常常用来说一个人很冷静、有很强的自我控制能力。
This word is often used to describe a person who is calm and has strong self-control.
Meanings
克制kèzhì
to restrain, control (emotions or desires)
他很生气，但还是克制住了自己。
He was very angry but still restrained himself.
克制kèzhì
restraint; self-control (as a quality)
他说话很有克制，从不发脾气。
He speaks with great restraint and never loses his temper.
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Notes
- Etymology
克 (to overcome) + 制 (to control), literally "overcome and control".
- Nuance
implies conscious inner effort to hold back emotion, unlike neutral 控制.
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