gōng​jǐ

to be respectful of oneself

Senses

恭己 gōng​jǐ to be respectful of oneself

(literary) to be respectful and disciplined in one's conduct; to maintain a dignified posture

恭己 gōng​jǐ to be a figurehead

(literary) to hold a title without actual power, often describing an emperor during a period when ministers or powerful clans control the state

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