Chinese word

礼节

Pronunciation

Pinyinlǐ jié

Meaning

  • nounetiquette

Example

在正式场合，要注意礼节。zài zhèng shì chǎng hé yào zhù yì lǐ jié

In formal situations, pay attention to etiquette.

Illustration for 礼节 (etiquette)

More examples

参加宴会时，要遵守礼节。cān jiā yàn huì shí yào zūn shǒu lǐ jié

When attending a banquet, you should observe etiquette.

Core concept

A visible way of showing respect while keeping social behavior orderly and appropriate.

Common phrases

  • 遵守礼节zūn shǒu lǐ jié

    observe etiquette

  • 注意礼节zhù yì lǐ jié

    pay attention to etiquette

  • 基本礼节jī běn lǐ jié

    basic etiquette

Similar words

礼貌lǐ mào: Polite, thoughtful behavior and speech toward other people.
礼仪lǐ yí: Formal rules for the proper steps and conduct at ceremonies or official events.

Definition in Chinese

指在社交或正式场合中遵守一定的礼仪规范和程序，以表示对他人的尊重与体面。zhǐ zài shè jiāo huò zhèng shì chǎng hé zhōng zūn shǒu yí dìng de lǐ yí guī fàn hé chéng xù yǐ biǎo shì duì tā rén de zūn zhòng yǔ tǐ miàn

Word origin

礼 (lǐ, "ritual propriety") supplies the idea of respectful conduct, while 节 (jié, "boundary or restraint") adds the limits that shape its proper form.

Usage tips

  • The word has a public and formal tone, making it especially useful for ceremonies, official visits, and other situations with expected procedures.

Other meanings

  • mannersnoun

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