尊
严

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The word "尊严" is formed by combining the character "尊", which signifies respect or honor, with "严", which denotes strictness or solemnity; together, they create a compound meaning that emphasizes dignified respect or solemn honor, constituting the concept of dignity.

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每个人都有尊严。

Měi gè rén dōu yǒu zūnyán.

Everyone has dignity.

维护尊严是每个人的责任。

Wéihù zūnyán shì měi gè rén de zérèn.

Maintaining dignity is everyone's responsibility.

他宁愿失业也不牺牲尊严。

Tā nìngyuàn shīyè yě bù xīshēng zūnyán.

He would rather be unemployed than sacrifice his dignity.

在谈判中，双方都应保持尊严。

Zài tánpàn zhōng, shuāngfāng dōu yīng bǎochí zūnyán.

In negotiations, both sides should maintain dignity.

尽管面临压力，他依然捍卫了自己的尊严。

Jǐnguǎn miànlín yālì, tā yīrán hànwèi le zìjǐ de zūnyán.

Despite facing pressure, he still defended his dignity.

Word Definition - 尊严

zūn yán dignity; sanctity; honor; majesty

Individual Character Details

尊 zūn
严 yán, yán