English–Chinese

“words and actions” in Chinese

Chinese

Also一言一行 (yī yán yī xíng)

Pronunciation

Pinyinyán xíng

Example

请注意你的言行。qǐng zhù yì nǐ de yán xíng

Please watch your words and actions.

Illustration for 言行 (words and actions)

How to say “words and actions” in Chinese

“Words and actions” in Chinese is 言行 (yán xíng).

The visible pattern of a person's speech and behavior, treated together when judging reliability or character.

Full entry for 言行: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 言行

公众人物的言行常被放大解读。gōng zhòng rén wù de yán xíng cháng bèi fàng dà jiě dú

Public figures' words and actions are often examined in great detail.

Tips for using 言行

  • English speakers may associate words and actions mainly with promises, but this Chinese noun also fits ordinary comments and behavior when someone's conduct is being assessed.

Other Chinese words for “words and actions”

他的一言一行说明了他的诚意。tā de yì yán yì xíng shuō míng le tā de chéng yì

His words and actions show his sincerity.

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