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    Expressing "respect" or "esteem" with 尊敬 (zūnjìng)

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    Structure

    受人 + 尊敬 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    The verb 尊敬 (zūnjìng) means "to respect" or "to esteem" and expresses deep admiration or regard for someone. It can also function as an adjective meaning "respected" or "esteemed," often appearing in the pattern 受人尊敬的 (respected by others). It is used in both formal and everyday language to show reverence toward a person.

    Examples

    • 学生们都很尊敬这位老师。

      Xuéshēngmen dōu hěn zūnjìng zhè wèi lǎoshī.

      The students all greatly respect this teacher.

    • 他是一位受人尊敬的社区领袖。

      Tā shì yí wèi shòu rén zūnjìng de shèqū lǐngxiù.

      He is a respected community leader.

    • 我们应该尊敬每一个认真工作的人。

      Wǒmen yīnggāi zūnjìng měi yī gè rènzhēn gōngzuò de rén.

      We should respect every person who works conscientiously.

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