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[けん()·じょう()]
kenjou
na adjective, noun

English Meaning(s) for 謙譲

na adjective, noun
  1. modesty; humility

Definition and Synonyms for 謙譲

Humbleness a disposition to be humble
Synonyms: 謙譲, 謙遜
Reserve formality and propriety of manner
Synonyms: たしなみ, たしなむ, きょうけん, 慎み, 慎む, 慎み深い, 謙譲, 謙遜, 遠慮
Modesty freedom from vanity or conceit
Synonyms: 忌憚, 謙譲, 謙遜
Humbleness a humble feeling
Synonyms: 卑下, 謙譲, 謙遜
Humbleness a lack of false pride
Synonyms: 謙譲, 謙遜

Meanings for each kanji in 謙譲

» self-effacing; humble oneself; condescend; be modest
» defer; turnover; transfer; convey

Categories 謙譲 is a member of

Feeling the experiencing of affective and emotional states
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Trait a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
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Correctitude correct or appropriate behavior
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Decency the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality
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