恭 (gōng) - respectful, reverent, polite & to show respect or reverence.

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gōng ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical: 心

枫惠

恭 · gōng

respectful, reverent, polite;

to show respect or reverence.

respectful, reverent, politeto show respect or reverence.

Usage highlights

RespectfulCongratulationsRespectfully inviteHumbly awaitReverently presentRespectful and cautious

Synonyms

  • 敬— respect, revere
  • 尊— honor, revere
  • 谦— humble, modest

Antonyms

  • 傲— arrogant, proud
  • 侮— insult, disrespect
  • 蔑— despise, scorn

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He greeted his teacher respectfully (恭敬地).
  • The ceremony was conducted with great reverence (恭恭敬敬).
  • Please accept this small token of our respect (恭请).
  • They congratulated the newlyweds (恭贺新婚).

Collocations

  • Respectful(恭敬)
  • Congratulations(恭喜)
  • Respectfully invite(恭请)
  • Humbly await(恭候)
  • Reverently present(恭呈)
  • Respectful and cautious(恭谨)

Idioms

  • Play up to sb.'s vanity(阿谀奉恭)
  • Before the event, respectfully inform(事恭以敬)
  • Respectful inside and out(内恭外敬)
  • Respectful and yielding(恭谦礼让)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Derived from the concept of showing reverence and respect in Confucian ethics.
  • Often used in formal contexts, ceremonies, and polite expressions.
  • The character structure combines '共' (together) with '心' (heart), suggesting shared heartfelt respect.

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