Chinese

Meaning: law; rule; rhythm; to discipline or restrain
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Example

老師提醒學生:嚴以律己,寬以待人。
老师提醒学生:严以律己,宽以待人。
The teacher reminded the students to be strict with themselves and generous toward others.

Usage Notes

Often appears in compounds about law, rules, discipline, meter, or melody. As a verb it is literary and means to restrain or discipline, especially oneself.

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