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慎
prudent · cautious · discreet · humble
N1On: しんKun: つつしむ
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Vocabulary
慎重しんちょうcautious, careful, prudent
慎むつつしむto be careful, to be discreet, to restrain oneself
謹慎きんしんhouse arrest, suspension from duty
慎みつつしみmodesty, prudence, discretion
慎ましいつつましいmodest, humble, discreet
Example Sentences
その計画は、より慎重な検討が必要です。
That plan requires more cautious consideration.
彼は発言を慎んだ。
He was discreet with his remarks.
謹慎処分を受けることになった。
He was put under house arrest (or suspended from duty).
謙虚で慎ましい態度が好まれる。
A humble and modest attitude is preferred.