Definition
谦逊 (qiān xùn) describes a genuine, unpretentious humility — it is a formal, positive trait often used in praise (e.g., a humble scholar). It is similar to 谦虚 (qiān xū) but more formal and less about self-effacing remarks; 虚心 (xū xīn) specifically means being open-minded to learn. Unlike 低下 (dīxià) or 卑微 (bēiwēi), 谦逊 has no negative connotation of low status.
adjective
humblemodestunpretentious
Examples
- 谦逊，。Tā shì yí wèi fēicháng qiān xùn de xuézhě, cóng bù xuànyào zìjǐ de chéngjiù.He is a very humble scholar who never flaunts his achievements.
- 谦逊。qiān xùn de tàidù néng ràng nǐ xué dào gèng duō dōngxi.A modest attitude can help you learn more.
- 谦逊，。Tā zài lǐngjiǎng shí biǎoxiàn de shífēn qiān xùn, bǎ gōngláo dōu guī gěi le tuánduì.He was very modest when receiving the award, giving all the credit to the team.
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