Definition
节制 means 'to control, to restrain' — it focuses on self-discipline and moderation, especially in emotions, diet, or spending. Compared to 克制 (kè zhì), which is about suppressing emotions or impulses, 节制 is broader and includes limiting consumption or behavior. 限制 (xiàn zhì) is more external, like setting rules or boundaries, while 约束 (yuē shù) implies a binding force like a contract or moral obligation.
verb
to controlto restrain (emotions, behavior)to restrictto limit (consumption, spending, diet)
Easily confused
- 戒指jiè zhisound-alikering (worn on finger)
- 截止jié zhǐsound-aliketo close, to stop, to end (by a deadline)
- 截至jié zhìsound-alikeup to (a specified time); by (a specified time)
Examples
- 节制。Tā wúfǎ jié zhì zìjǐ de fènnù.He cannot control his anger.
- ，节制。Wèile jiǎnféi, bìxū jié zhì yǐnshí.To lose weight, one must restrict diet.
- 节制。Zhège yuè wǒmen yào jié zhì kāizhī.This month we need to control spending.
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