崇尚 chóngshàng to hold up (as an model)
to hold up (as an model); to hold in esteem; to revere; to advocate
How to remember 崇尚: 崇 high + 尚 esteem = to hold up (as an model).
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How it is used
- To esteem and advocate a value or ideal - 这个民族崇尚自由 (zhège mínzú chóngshàng zìyóu) this nation prizes freedom.
- Takes abstract objects: 崇尚科学、崇尚节俭、崇尚自然. Means holding something up as worthy and actively championing it.
- Contrast 崇拜 (chóngbài, worship/idolize a person or god) - 崇尚 is for values and principles, not idols. Written, elevated register.