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谦虚
qiānxū
Description
谦虚的意思是不骄傲，不觉得自己很了不起。
The meaning of 谦虚 is not to be proud or think highly of oneself.
我们常常说一个人很谦虚，就是说他很有礼貌，愿意听别人的话。
We often say a person is 谦虚 to mean they are polite and willing to listen to others.
Meanings
谦虚qiānxū
modest; humble (adjective)
他很聪明，但是非常谦虚。
He is very smart but extremely humble.
谦虚qiānxū
to speak or act modestly
你别谦虚了，你做得很好。
Don't be modest; you did very well.
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Notes
- Etymology
谦 (modest) + 虚 (empty, unassuming), together meaning humble and not boastful.
- Nuance
often used to praise someone; 别谦虚了 gently tells them to accept a compliment.
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