Chinese

bǐngchí
Meaning: to uphold; to adhere to; to maintain
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

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.
做學問必須秉持實事求是的態度。
Academic research must be conducted with an attitude of seeking truth from facts.
他在處事上一直秉持著中庸之道。
He has always upheld the golden mean in his way of dealing with things.

Usage Notes

Often used with abstract concepts like principles, justice, or beliefs.

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