modesty
谦虚
definition
noun
with typical modesty he insisted on sharing the credit with others
the quality or state of being unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities.
translation of 'modesty'
noun
虚心,
谦逊
example
This reaction should not be interpreted as false 'modesty' , however.
She had been a rare beauty; there was no point in false 'modesty' .
It's not false 'modesty' , but the viewing nation has had three solid months of me and now they need a break.
The fact that he was in a national political debate, where it's all about false 'modesty' and self-aggrandizement, made his acknowledgement all the more remarkable.
The veil symbolizes the idea of 'modesty' and conveys the lesson that however attractive physical appearances may be, the soul and character are paramount.
His unassuming 'modesty' would never allow him to think like this, of course, but I think a time and an icon among his peers, is owed a lot by the profession.
‘Welcome,’ the empress said to them, her voice holding false 'modesty' .
Why does it seem like 'modesty' applies more to women than to men?
I have never seen a woman with more 'modesty' and decency than this person.
As an athlete, he violated the codes of 'modesty' and propriety.
He is intelligent, engaging and nimbly treads the line between humility and false 'modesty' .
He hates to appear big-headed, but he knows that false 'modesty' is equally odious.
As usual, Mike's genuine 'modesty' understated his ability, but then he sincerely doubted his talents, even though they were there for all to see.
Is this false 'modesty' , or is there something here worth considering?
I felt it would be a service to those families to provide guidelines regarding 'modesty' and propriety so that such a technique could be done in the most respectful way possible.
One answer, of course, is 'modesty' both in dress and manner, long the approach of Orthodox Jewish women and now enjoying something of a culture vogue in the U.S.
He had shown no false 'modesty' about his ability to avoid the gardener.
I'm just trying to get through the day, and that's not just false 'modesty' .
‘You have to forget your humanity, your learned pity and false 'modesty' ,’ he's told.
Her desire is rebellious and demonstrates a strong will hidden beyond a demure and feminine 'modesty' .
They have to leave her shoulders bare but at least her 'modesty' is in tact.
'modesty' forbade her to undress in front of so many people
To keep them covered was a matter of decency and 'modesty' .
At the cathedral, Paul and his wife Jenny lived in relative 'modesty' in a part of what was originally built as the bishop's palace.
This may be false 'modesty' or perhaps just a simple human failing.
False 'modesty' is worse - far worse - than false pride.
‘Since Father is unavailable that would be acceptable,’ she ducked her head in a gesture the steward took as maidenly 'modesty' , but actually was meant to hide her smile.
But faith in the classical virtues of decorum and 'modesty' remained with him until his death.
He instead uses words that reflect the traits of humility, 'modesty' , and loving kindness that are a manifestation of his soul.
His family was quite wealthy, but 'modesty' was what they possessed in great amounts.
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