wise and able; a wise person
Tone colorsmāmámǎmàma
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
wise and able; sagacious; possessing both talent and wisdom
formalTypically describes leaders, monarchs, decisions, or policies. Carries a positive, respectful connotation.
Zhè这
wèi位
xián贤
míng明
de的
jūn君
zhǔ主
shēn深
shòu受
bǎi百
xìng姓
ài爱
dài戴
。
This wise and able monarch was deeply loved by the people.
Zài在
xián贤
míng明
de的
lǐng领
dǎo导
xià下
，
guó国
jiā家
rì日
yì益
fán繁
róng荣
。
Under wise leadership, the country grew increasingly prosperous.
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Zuò做
chū出
xián贤
míng明
de的
jué决
dìng定
xū需
yào要
shēn深
sī思
shú熟
lǜ虑
。
Making a wise decision requires careful consideration.
noun
a wise and able person; a person of virtue and talent; a sage
formalOften used in historical or formal contexts referring to wise ministers, advisors, or capable individuals who should be appointed to positions of responsibility.
Jūn君
wáng王
yīng应
dāng当
rèn任
yòng用
xián贤
míng明
，
yuǎn远
lí离
xiǎo小
rén人
。
A ruler should appoint the wise and able while keeping petty men at a distance.
Gǔ古
dài代
cháo朝
tíng廷
zhòng重
shì视
zhāo招
lǎn揽
xián贤
míng明
。
Ancient imperial courts placed great importance on recruiting wise and able individuals.
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Zhè这
xiē些
xián贤
míng明
wèi为
guó国
jiā家
chū出
móu谋
huà划
cè策
。
These wise and able individuals devised strategies for the state.