jīn
chí

common

Meaning of 矜持

矜持 means dignified; solemn; restrained; inhibited; self-conscious; awkwardly reserved. Pronounced jīn chí.

  • dignified; solemn; restrained
  • inhibited; self-conscious; awkwardly reserved

Definitions & Examples

zài
wài
jiāo
chǎng
zǒng
shì
biǎo
xiàn
fēi
cháng
jīn
chí
 

He always conducts himself with great restraint at diplomatic events.

Zhè
wèi
guān
shén
tài
jīn
chí
chén
wěn
 
lìng
rén
rán
jìng
 

The judge's dignified and composed demeanor commands respect.

dài
rén
jiē
jīn
chí
gǒu
 
hěn
yǒu
jiā
fēng
fàn
 

She is very proper and meticulous in her dealings with others, demonstrating great poise.