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oneself; personally; bend down
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplespronoun
oneself; personally; in person
literaryUsed in formal or literary written Chinese, often found in classical expressions or formal documents.
He was present at the occasion and witnessed this grand event in person.
We should personally practice the knowledge we have learned.
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He went to the disaster area in person to learn about the situation.
Practicing what you learn in person is the best way to study.
Ancient people often reflected on their own behavior by asking themselves questions.
verb
bend (one's body)
literaryUsed in formal or ceremonial contexts to describe bending one's torso, especially for bows or salutations.
He bent down and bowed to show respect to his teacher.
He bent over to pick up the wallet on the ground.
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In traditional etiquette, younger generations should bend down to greet their elders.
He bent down and crawled into the narrow storage room.
The performer bent down to bow and thank the audience.