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谦虚
qiānxū
Description
谦虚的意思是不骄傲，能看到自己的不足。
The meaning of 谦虚 is not being proud and being able to see one's own shortcomings.
一个谦虚的人常常认真听别人的意见。
A 谦虚 person often listens carefully to others' opinions.
Meanings
谦虚qiānxū
modest; humble; not arrogant
他很有名，但是很谦虚。
He is very famous but very humble.
谦虚qiānxū
to speak modestly; to be self-deprecating
你别谦虚了，你做得真好。
Don't be modest; you did really well.
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Notes
- Etymology
谦 (modest) + 虚 (empty/humble), literally an 'empty, unfilled' attitude.
- Nuance
positive trait in Chinese culture; also used as gentle reproach: 别谦虚了 ('don't be so modest').
In videos
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