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N1
きょうじ (kyōji)
矜持

pride, self-esteem, self-respect (often with a sense of dignity or honor)

💡 Nuance & Usage: Refers to a sense of self-respect or pride that comes from one's abilities, achievements, or position, often implying dignity and an unwillingness to compromise one's principles. (自分の能力、実績、立場などから生じる誇りや自尊心を指し、威厳や信念を曲げないというニュアンスを含みます。)

📝 Example Sentences

彼は職人としての矜持を持って仕事に取り組んだ。
He approached his work with the pride of a craftsman.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "矜持"!

どんな状況でも、彼は学者としての_______を失わなかった。
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日本語: 自分の立場や能力に対する誇りや自尊心を指すのは「矜持」です。
English: '矜持' refers to pride or self-esteem regarding one's position or abilities.
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