尊严 zūnyán dignity
dignity; sanctity; honor; majesty
How to remember 尊严: 尊 honor + 严 strict = dignity.
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How it is used
- Dignity - an inviolable worth: 维护人的尊严 (wéihù rén de zūnyán) to protect human dignity; 有尊严地活着 (yǒu zūnyán de huózhe) to live with dignity.
- An abstract noun about honor/sanctity of a person, nation, or law; contrast 面子 (miànzi, face/social image), which is lighter and about reputation.
- Pairs with 维护, 捍卫 (defend), 失去 (lose).