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分寸 (noun)

Proper limits; sense of propriety.

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Imagine measuring out the 'proper limits' for your behavior with a tiny ruler made of 'parts' (分) and 'inches' (寸). Yo...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Translating '分寸' as just 'rule'. → Use '分寸' to mean proper limits or sense of propriety in social conduct.

Using '分寸' interchangeably with '礼貌' (politeness). → '礼貌' is about outward manners; '分寸' is about underlying social judgment and awareness.

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