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    Using 尊严 (zūnyán) to refer to 'dignity'

    Description & Modification

    Structure

    有 + 尊严 + 的 + Noun / 维护 + 尊严

    Explanation

    The noun 尊严 (zūnyán) means 'dignity,' referring to the quality of being worthy of honor and respect. It combines 尊 (to respect) and 严 (solemn/strict). It is often used in discussions about human rights, personal honor, and ethical treatment, and commonly appears with 有 (to have) or 维护 (to defend).

    Examples

    • 每个人都有维护自己尊严的权利。

      měige rén dōu yǒu wéihù zìjǐ zūnyán de quánlì.

      Everyone has the right to maintain their own dignity.

    • 他虽然穷，但活得很有尊严。

      tā suīrán qióng, dàn huó de hěn yǒu zūnyán.

      Although he is poor, he lives with dignity.

    • 我们应该尊重老人的尊严。

      wǒmen yīnggāi zūnzhòng lǎorén de zūnyán.

      We should respect the dignity of the elderly.

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