諲 (yīn) - Respectful & reverent

諲Tone 1

yīn ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

懿嘤

諲 · yīn

Respectful;

reverent;

composed;

dignified;

used in classical Chinese to describe solemn and respectful demeanor.

Respectfulreverentcomposed

Usage highlights

Respectful composureReverent demeanorSolemn and respectfulDignified appearanceComposed bearingReverent silence

Synonyms

  • 恭— respectful; polite
  • 敬— revere; respect
  • 肃— solemn; respectful

Antonyms

  • 傲— arrogant; proud
  • 慢— disrespectful; rude

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He maintained a respectful composure (諲然).
  • The scholar's dignified manner was praised (諲諲之仪).
  • In ancient texts, officials were described as reverent (諲肃).

Collocations

  • Respectful composure(諲然)
  • Reverent demeanor(諲仪)
  • Solemn and respectful(諲肃)
  • Dignified appearance(諲貌)
  • Composed bearing(諲容)
  • Reverent silence(諲默)

Idioms

  • Solemn and respectful demeanor(諲諲之仪)
  • Maintaining reverent composure(持身以諲)
  • With dignified bearing(諲然有度)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese literature describing proper Confucian conduct and demeanor.
  • Associated with the virtue of reverence and proper ritual behavior in traditional Chinese culture.
  • Rarely used in modern vernacular but preserved in classical references and historical texts.

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