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敬礼
jìnglǐ
Description
敬礼是一种表示尊重的动作，比如军人会用手向别人敬礼。
敬礼 is a gesture of respect, such as when soldiers salute others with their hand.
学生看到老师，也可以敬礼来表示尊敬。
Students can also use 敬礼 to show respect when they see their teachers.
Meanings
敬礼jìnglǐ
to salute; to give a salute
士兵向国旗敬礼。
The soldier saluted the national flag.
敬礼jìnglǐ
a salute; a respectful gesture
他行了一个标准的敬礼。
He gave a standard salute.
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Notes
- Etymology
敬 (respect) + 礼 (courtesy/ceremony), literally 'respectful ceremony'.
- Nuance
敬礼 is a formal gesture; 鞠躬 means bowing specifically.
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