modesty
kesopanan
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
kesopanan,
kejatmikaan,
kesopan-santunan,
kerendahan hati,
kesederhanaan,
kesantunan
example
It's not false 'modesty' , but the viewing nation has had three solid months of me and now they need a break.
'modesty' forbade her to undress in front of so many people
Many Asian cultural traditions place emphasis on propriety and the observance of strict moral and social conduct, thus 'modesty' and restrained sexuality are valued.
Why does it seem like 'modesty' applies more to women than to men?
'modesty' forbade her to undress in front of so many people
He had shown no false 'modesty' about his ability to avoid the gardener.
In this respect veiling is considered a trait of feminity, of feminine 'modesty' and virtue.
Raven felt the heat rise again within her, and the blush that crept to her cheeks this time had nothing to do with maidenly 'modesty' .
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.
Girls and women were shy and had a sense of 'modesty' and propriety.
I have never seen a woman with more 'modesty' and decency than this person.
His family was quite wealthy, but 'modesty' was what they possessed in great amounts.
I thought that the false 'modesty' would stop at university, especially Oxford; after all, we're all good enough to be here, otherwise we wouldn't have been admitted.
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.
It is not false 'modesty' ; he just does not know how good he is sometimes.
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.
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.
They have to leave her shoulders bare but at least her 'modesty' is in tact.
the 'modesty' of his political aspirations
the 'modesty' of his political aspirations
To be clear, I'm not opposed to 'modesty' in film if decorum calls for it.
As an athlete, he violated the codes of 'modesty' and propriety.
This reaction should not be interpreted as false 'modesty' , however.
He instead uses words that reflect the traits of humility, 'modesty' , and loving kindness that are a manifestation of his soul.
This may be false 'modesty' or perhaps just a simple human failing.
But faith in the classical virtues of decorum and 'modesty' remained with him until his death.
Is it some kind of attempt at demureness and 'modesty' ?
with typical 'modesty' he insisted on sharing the credit with others
‘The idea is that your 'modesty' in dress and behavior is a passport to public space,’ he said.
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