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dignity in Japanese

dignity in Japanese is 尊厳 — dignity means the quality of being worthy of respect; a calm, composed sense of self-worth.

dignity in Japanese

尊厳
noun
Pronounced: songen
The state of being dignified or worthy of esteem: elevation of mind or character.

What does "dignity" mean?

  1. noun The quality of being worthy of respect; a calm, composed sense of self-worth.
    "He left the room with great dignity, even though everyone was staring."
  2. noun A position of high rank or honor.
    "The dignity of knighthood was conferred on the famous doctor for her service."
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dignity in a sentence

  • He left the room with great dignity, even though everyone was staring.
  • She handled the insult with quiet dignity.
  • The dignity of knighthood was conferred on the famous doctor for her service.
  • In the old kingdom, the dignity of duke passed from father to eldest son.

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What is "dignity" in Japanese?
"dignity" in Japanese is 尊厳. dignity means: The quality of being worthy of respect; a calm, composed sense of self-worth.
How do you pronounce 尊厳?
"dignity" in Japanese is 尊厳, pronounced "songen".
How do you use "dignity" in a sentence?
Example: "He left the room with great dignity, even though everyone was staring." In Japanese, "dignity" is 尊厳.
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