自尊心

zìzūnxīn
noun HSK 7-9 #10,722

Meanings

  1. 1 self-esteem
  2. 2 sense of self-respect
  3. 3 pride

Examples

HSK 3
Tā de zìzūnxīn hěn qiáng.
She has a very strong sense of self-respect.
HSK 3
Pīpíng de shíhòu yào zhùyì bǎohù xuéshēng de zìzūnxīn.
When criticizing, be careful to protect students' self-esteem.

Tips

usage
自尊心 emphasizes the emotional/psychological aspect of self-respect more than 自尊 alone. 自尊心强 means someone is easily offended or very sensitive about their dignity.

Stroke Order

zūn
xīn