Chinese

shǒuxìn
Meaning: to keep one's word; to be trustworthy
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

守
信

Example sentences

The most important point in doing business is to be honest and keep one's word.
做人要誠實守信。
做人要诚实守信。
One should be honest and trustworthy in life.
他始終秉持著誠實守信的原則。
他始终秉持著诚实守信的原则。
He has always upheld the principles of honesty and trustworthiness.

Usage Notes

A core Confucian virtue emphasizing reliability and integrity in speech and action.

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