悳 (dé) - Virtue, morality, ethics & an archaic variant of 德 (dé) meaning moral
悳 · dé
Virtue, morality, ethics;
an archaic variant of 德 (dé) meaning moral character, integrity, and virtuous conduct.
Virtue, morality, ethicsan archaic variant of 德 (dé) meaning moral
Usage highlights
Great virtueMoral characterVirtuous conductBenevolent virtueSagely virtueAccumulate virtue
Usage & contexts
Examples
- He is a man of great virtue (悳).
- Ancient texts praise the emperor's benevolence and virtue (悳).
- Cultivating one's moral character (悳) is essential in Confucianism.
Collocations
- Great virtue(大悳)
- Moral character(悳性)
- Virtuous conduct(悳行)
- Benevolent virtue(仁悳)
- Sagely virtue(圣悳)
- Accumulate virtue(积悳)
Idioms
- Virtue is not solitary; it must have neighbors(悳不孤, 必有邻)
- Cultivate oneself and pacify the people(修身悳民)
- Accumulate virtue and carry out kindness(积悳行善)
Cultural background
FAQ- 悳 is an ancient form of 德 (dé), central to Confucian ethics, representing moral excellence and integrity.
- In classical Chinese philosophy, cultivating 悳 was essential for rulers and gentlemen to maintain social harmony.
- The character appears in historical texts and inscriptions, reflecting its importance in traditional value systems.