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端正
duānzhèng
Description
“端正”用来说一个人长得很好看、五官整齐，也可以说态度、行为很正、很好。
"端正" is used to describe a person who looks good with well-proportioned features, and can also refer to a correct or good attitude and behavior.
这个词有点正式，常常用在写作里。
This word is somewhat formal and often used in writing.
Meanings
端正duānzhèng
regular and neat; upright (of features or posture)
他长得五官端正。
He has well-defined facial features.
端正duānzhèng
correct; proper (of attitude or conduct)
她的学习态度很端正。
She has a very proper attitude toward studying.
端正duānzhèng
to correct; to set right
我们要端正自己的想法。
We need to correct our own thinking.
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Notes
- Etymology
端 (upright) + 正 (correct/straight), both meaning proper and straight.
- Nuance
often used for appearance, posture, or moral attitude, and sounds fairly formal.
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