'俭朴' is about being thrifty and leading a simple, modest life.
俭朴 in 30 Seconds
- frugal
- simple living
- unpretentious
§ Understanding 俭朴 as an Adjective
Okay, so we're looking at 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ). Remember, it means "simple and thrifty." It's an adjective, which means it describes nouns. Think about how you use adjectives in English – pretty similar here. You can use it directly before a noun, or after verbs like 很 (hěn - very), 比较 (bǐjiào - relatively), or 看起来 (kànqǐlái - looks/seems).
- Grammar Point
- 俭朴 usually comes after a degree adverb (like 很, 非常, 比较) or directly before the noun it modifies. It can also be used as a predicate.
§ Direct Modification: 俭朴 + Noun
This is straightforward. Just put 俭朴 before the thing you're describing. Like "a simple and thrifty lifestyle" or "simple and thrifty habits."
他过着俭朴的生活。
Tā guòzhe jiǎnpǔ de shēnghuó. (He lives a simple and thrifty life.)
她的穿着总是很俭朴。
Tā de chuānzhuó zǒngshì hěn jiǎnpǔ. (Her clothing is always very simple and thrifty.)
§ Using 俭朴 with Degree Adverbs
Just like in English, you can say "very simple and thrifty" or "quite simple and thrifty." In Chinese, you put the degree adverb before 俭朴.
- 很 (hěn) - very
- 非常 (fēicháng) - extremely
- 比较 (bǐjiào) - relatively/quite
- 有点儿 (yǒudiǎnr) - a bit/a little
他的生活方式非常俭朴。
Tā de shēnghuó fāngshì fēicháng jiǎnpǔ. (His lifestyle is extremely simple and thrifty.)
虽然他很有钱，但看起来很俭朴。
Suīrán tā hěn yǒuqián, dàn kànqǐlái hěn jiǎnpǔ. (Although he is very rich, he looks very simple and thrifty.)
- Important Note
- When 俭朴 acts as a predicate (like "he is thrifty"), you almost always need a degree adverb like 很 (hěn) even if you just mean "is thrifty" and not "very thrifty." This is a common feature of Chinese adjectives.
§ Using 俭朴 to Describe Behavior or Habits
You can also use 俭朴 to talk about someone's actions or habits. It often implies a conscious choice to be frugal and unostentatious.
她从小养成了俭朴的习惯。
Tā cóngxiǎo yǎngchéng le jiǎnpǔ de xíguàn. (She developed simple and thrifty habits since childhood.)
我们应该提倡俭朴节约。
Wǒmen yīnggāi tíchàng jiǎnpǔ jiéyuē. (We should advocate for simplicity and frugality.)
§ Prepositions with 俭朴? Not really.
Since 俭朴 is an adjective, you won't use prepositions with it in the same way you might with verbs or nouns. It describes *how* someone is or *what* something is like. You'll primarily see it used with the grammar patterns we've already discussed. Don't overthink prepositions here; focus on its role as a descriptor.
Fun Fact
The character '俭' originally depicted a person holding a tray with a few grains, symbolizing scarcity or careful use. '朴' originally referred to an uncarved block of wood, signifying simplicity or being in a natural state.
Difficulty Rating
The characters are not overly complex and the word is common enough at B2.
Both characters have a manageable stroke count.
The pronunciation is straightforward with common sounds.
The sounds are distinct and not easily confused with other common words.
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我的生活很俭朴。
My life is very simple and thrifty.
他穿着很俭朴的衣服。
He wears very simple clothes.
她喜欢过俭朴的日子。
She likes to live a simple and thrifty life.
我们应该保持俭朴的作风。
We should maintain a simple and thrifty style.
这顿饭很俭朴，但是很好吃。
This meal is very simple, but delicious.
他的家布置得很俭朴。
His home is decorated very simply.
她是一个俭朴的女人。
She is a simple and thrifty woman.
我喜欢俭朴的生活方式。
I like a simple and thrifty lifestyle.
她生活很俭朴。
She lives a very simple and thrifty life.
很 (hěn) means 'very' and modifies the adjective 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ).
他穿着很俭朴。
He dresses very simply.
穿着 (chuānzhe) means 'wearing' or 'dress'.
他们的饭菜很俭朴。
Their food is very simple.
饭菜 (fàncài) means 'food' or 'dishes'.
我们应该俭朴。
We should be thrifty.
应该 (yīnggāi) means 'should'.
老师的办公室很俭朴。
The teacher's office is very simple.
办公室 (bàngōngshì) means 'office'.
他喜欢俭朴的生活。
He likes a simple and thrifty life.
喜欢 (xǐhuān) means 'to like'.
这个家庭很俭朴。
This family is very simple and thrifty.
家庭 (jiātíng) means 'family'.
他们过着俭朴的日子。
They live a simple and thrifty life (days).
过着 (guòzhe) means 'living' or 'leading'.
她生活得很俭朴。
She lives a very simple and thrifty life.
他的穿着总是很俭朴。
His clothes are always very simple.
尽管他很有钱，但他的生活依然俭朴。
Even though he is rich, his life remains simple and thrifty.
他们过着俭朴的日子。
They live simple and thrifty lives.
这位老人一生俭朴，从不浪费。
This old man lived a simple and thrifty life, never wasteful.
他的品格高尚，生活俭朴。
His character is noble, and his life is simple.
我们需要提倡俭朴节约的生活方式。
We need to advocate for a simple and thraving lifestyle.
她教育孩子们要俭朴，不要攀比。
She taught her children to be simple and thrifty, not to compare themselves with others.
他生活俭朴，从不浪费。
He lives simply and thriftily, never wasting anything.
她的穿着总是很俭朴，但很干净。
Her clothing is always very simple and thrifty, but very clean.
尽管他很有钱，但他依然保持着俭朴的作风。
Although he is very rich, he still maintains a simple and thrifty style.
这个家庭虽然不富裕，但他们生活得很俭朴。
Although this family is not wealthy, they live very simply and thriftily.
我们应该学习这种俭朴的精神。
We should learn this spirit of simplicity and thrift.
他的办公室布置得很俭朴，只有必需品。
His office is decorated very simply, with only necessities.
通过俭朴的生活，他节省了很多钱。
Through simple and thrifty living, he saved a lot of money.
她一直倡导俭朴节约的生活方式。
She has always advocated a simple and thrifty lifestyle.
她生活俭朴，从不追求奢侈品。
She lives a simple and thrifty life, never pursuing luxury goods.
尽管他很有钱，但他的生活方式依然非常俭朴。
Although he is very rich, his lifestyle remains very simple and thrifty.
老师教育我们要养成俭朴节约的好习惯。
The teacher taught us to develop good habits of simplicity and thrift.
他穿着俭朴，但内心却非常富有。
He dresses simply, but his inner world is very rich.
这个家庭虽然不富裕，但他们过着俭朴而幸福的生活。
Although this family is not rich, they live a simple and happy life.
爷爷奶奶一辈子都过着俭朴的日子。
Grandparents have lived simple and thrifty lives their whole lives.
他们的婚宴非常俭朴，但充满温馨。
Their wedding banquet was very simple and thrifty, but full of warmth.
国家提倡节俭朴素的生活作风。
The country advocates a simple and plain lifestyle.
Often Confused With
Similar to '节俭', '节约' focuses on saving and avoiding waste, applicable to resources, time, or money. It's a verb or a noun, whereas '俭朴' is an adjective describing a state or quality.
Closely related to '朴素', '朴实' describes someone or something as simple, honest, and unpretentious. It can overlap with the 'simple' aspect of '俭朴' but doesn't necessarily include the 'thrifty' part.
'清贫' means poor but honest/upright, or living in poverty by choice. While a '俭朴' person might live a '清贫' life, '清贫' emphasizes the poverty aspect, sometimes with a sense of integrity despite it.
Grammar Patterns
Idioms & Expressions
"粗茶淡饭 (cū chá dàn fàn)"
Simple food; plain fare; frugal diet
他一向过着粗茶淡饭的生活。(He has always lived a life of simple food.)
neutral"节衣缩食 (jié yī suō shí)"
Economize on food and clothing; live frugally
为了供孩子上学，他们节衣缩食。(They economized on food and clothing to send their children to school.)
neutral"勤俭持家 (qín jiǎn chí jiā)"
Run a household assiduously and thriftily
她从小就学会了勤俭持家。(She learned to run a household assiduously and thriftily from a young age.)
neutral"省吃俭用 (shěng chī jiǎn yòng)"
Be frugal with food and other expenses; live economically
他省吃俭用，把钱都存起来了。(He was frugal with his expenses and saved all his money.)
neutral"量入为出 (liáng rù wéi chū)"
Live within one's means; keep expenditures within the limits of income
我们应该量入为出，不要超支。(We should live within our means and not overspend.)
neutral"一粥一饭 (yī zhōu yī fàn)"
Every bit of food; a humble meal (emphasizes frugality)
一粥一饭，当思来处不易。(Every bit of food comes from hard work, so we should appreciate it.)
neutral"知足常乐 (zhī zú cháng lè)"
Contentment brings happiness; be content with what one has
他虽然生活俭朴，却知足常乐。(Although he lives a simple life, he is content and happy.)
neutral"朴素无华 (pǔ sù wú huá)"
Plain and unadorned; simple and unpretentious
她的着装朴素无华，却显得很有气质。(Her attire was plain and unadorned, but she exuded elegance.)
formal"清心寡欲 (qīng xīn guǎ yù)"
Have few desires; be content with a simple life
他选择过清心寡欲的生活，远离尘嚣。(He chose to live a life with few desires, far from the hustle and bustle.)
formal"克勤克俭 (kè qín kè jiǎn)"
Be diligent and thrifty; industrious and frugal
我们的祖辈就是靠着克勤克俭的精神把家业做起来的。(Our ancestors built their family business through diligence and thrift.)
formalEasily Confused
Both '俭朴' and '节俭' relate to being thrifty. However, their focus is slightly different.
'节俭' emphasizes economizing and avoiding waste, often in financial terms. It describes actions and habits. '俭朴' describes a personal quality or a lifestyle that is simple and unadorned, often implying a lack of extravagance by choice.
他生活很节俭，从不乱花钱。(Tā shēnghuó hěn jiéjiǎn, cóng bù luàn huā qián.) — He lives very thriftily, never spending money carelessly.
'俭朴' and '朴素' can both describe something as simple. The distinction lies in the nuance of 'thrifty'.
'朴素' generally means plain, simple, or unadorned, without the strong implication of being thrifty. It can refer to appearance, style, or character. '俭朴' combines the idea of simplicity with frugality.
她穿着朴素的衣服，但看起来很舒服。(Tā chuānzhe pǔsù de yīfu, dàn kàn qǐlái hěn shūfu.) — She wears simple clothes, but they look very comfortable.
This one is very close! '简朴' and '俭朴' share the same '朴' and '简' (or '俭' pronounced similarly). They are often interchangeable.
While often interchangeable, '简朴' leans slightly more towards describing something as simple or plain, with the 'thrifty' aspect being less emphasized than in '俭朴'. However, in many contexts, you can use either.
这间小屋虽然简朴，但很温馨。(Zhè jiān xiǎowū suīrán jiǎnpǔ, dàn hěn wēnxīn.) — Although this small house is simple, it's very warm.
Both '俭朴' and '简陋' describe something as simple, but '简陋' carries a negative connotation.
'简陋' means simple and crude, or even shabby, implying a lack of quality or comfort due to poor conditions or resources. '俭朴' is a positive or neutral description of a choice to be simple and thrifty.
他们住在简陋的棚屋里。(Tāmen zhù zài jiǎnlòu de péngwū lǐ.) — They live in crude/shabby shacks.
'俭朴' means thrifty, which is good. '吝啬' means stingy, which is not.
'俭朴' describes a positive quality of being frugal and not wasteful. '吝啬' describes a negative quality of being unwilling to spend or give money, even when necessary, often to the point of meanness.
他很吝啬，连请客都不愿意。(Tā hěn lìnsè, lián qǐngkè dōu bù yuànyì.) — He is very stingy, unwilling even to treat others.
Sentence Patterns
他生活很俭朴。
He lives a very simple and thrifty life. (His life is very simple and thrifty.)
他们过着俭朴的日子。
They live simple and thrifty days. (They lead a simple and thrifty life.)
老师教导我们要俭朴节约。
The teacher taught us to be simple and thrifty. (The teacher instructed us to practice simplicity and thrift.)
虽然条件艰苦，但他依然保持着俭朴的作风。
Although conditions were difficult, he still maintained a simple and thrifty style. (Despite tough conditions, he kept his simple and thrifty approach.)
她的衣着很俭朴。
Her clothing is very simple. (She dresses very simply.)
这种俭朴的生活方式值得提倡。
This simple and thrifty lifestyle is worth advocating. (This minimalist lifestyle should be promoted.)
他用俭朴的语言描述了那段经历。
He described that experience with simple language. (He used plain language to recount that experience.)
我们应该学习他俭朴的美德。
We should learn his simple virtues. (We should emulate his virtues of simplicity and thrift.)
Word Family
Nouns
Word Origin
From '俭' (jiǎn - frugal, thrifty) and '朴' (pǔ - plain, simple, unadorned).
Original meaning: The combination emphasizes the qualities of being economical and unpretentious.
Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic, MandarinCultural Context
In Chinese culture, 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) is highly valued, reflecting a long-standing tradition of valuing moderation and avoiding extravagance. It's often associated with wisdom, humility, and resourcefulness, especially in contrast to ostentation or wastefulness. This virtue is frequently taught to children and seen as a characteristic of respected individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsBoth 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) and 节俭 (jiéjiǎn) mean thrifty. However, 俭朴 emphasizes a simple and unadorned lifestyle, while 节俭 focuses more on saving money and avoiding waste. Think of it this way: someone who is 俭朴 might live in a small, simply decorated house and not own many luxury items, whereas someone who is 节俭 might be very careful with their spending and always look for deals.
Yes, absolutely! When you describe someone as 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ), you're saying they have a simple and thrifty character. It's often seen as a positive trait, suggesting humility and an appreciation for what's essential rather than material possessions.
Generally, 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) carries a positive connotation. It suggests a sensible and unpretentious attitude towards life, valuing practicality over extravagance. It's often associated with virtues like humility and diligence.
You can use 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) like any other adjective. Here are a couple of examples:
他生活很俭朴，从不浪费。
(Tā shēnghuó hěn jiǎnpǔ, cóng bù làngfèi.)
He lives a very simple and thrifty life, never wasting anything.
这位老教授穿着俭朴，但知识渊博。
(Zhè wèi lǎo jiàoshòu chuānzhuó jiǎnpǔ, dàn zhīshi yuānbó.)
This old professor dresses simply, but is very knowledgeable.
Yes, a very common collocation is 生活俭朴 (shēnghuó jiǎnpǔ), meaning 'to live a simple and thrifty life.' You might also hear 穿着俭朴 (chuānzhuó jiǎnpǔ), meaning 'to dress simply.'
While it most often describes people or their lifestyles, you can extend 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) to describe things that reflect a simple and unadorned style, especially if they are associated with a person's choice. For example, you could say:
他的办公室布置得很俭朴。
(Tā de bàngōngshì bùzhì de hěn jiǎnpǔ.)
His office is decorated very simply.
Good question! Some common antonyms for 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) would be 奢侈 (shēchǐ), meaning 'luxurious' or 'extravagant,' and 浪费 (làngfèi), meaning 'wasteful' or 'to waste.'
Native speakers use 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) to express admiration for someone's simple lifestyle or to describe a lack of extravagance. For example, you might hear:
他虽然很有钱，但生活却非常俭朴。
(Tā suīrán hěn yǒu qián, dàn shēnghuó què fēicháng jiǎnpǔ.)
Although he is very rich, his life is very simple and thrifty.
这家餐厅的装修很俭朴，但是菜很好吃。
(Zhè jiā cāntīng de zhuāngxiū hěn jiǎnpǔ, dànshì cài hěn hào chī.)
The decor of this restaurant is very simple, but the food is delicious.
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) is generally considered a more formal word. While you'll understand it in everyday conversation, it's more commonly found in written contexts, speeches, or when you want to express a more refined sense of 'simple and thrifty.'
Yes, 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) holds significant cultural value in China. It aligns with traditional virtues emphasizing humility, self-restraint, and the importance of hard work and saving. It's often associated with respected figures and seen as a desirable quality in individuals.
Test Yourself 72 questions
她是一个很___的女孩。
The sentence describes a girl. '好' (good) is a common adjective for people at A1 level.
我喜欢吃___饭。
'米饭' (rice) is a common food word. The other options don't fit naturally.
他___一个苹果。
'吃' (eat) is the correct verb for 'apple' at A1 level.
你___吗？
'你好吗?' (How are you?) is a basic A1 greeting.
这是我的___。
'书' (book) is a common noun at A1 level. The other options are verbs.
她___去学校。
'想' (want/would like to) is a common verb used with '去' (to go) at A1 level.
Which of these describes someone who is '俭朴'?
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) means simple and thrifty. Someone who uses only what is needed and does not waste fits this description.
My friend always tries to save money and does not spend on unnecessary things. My friend is very ______.
If your friend always tries to save money and does not spend on unnecessary things, they are simple and thrifty, which is '俭朴'.
Which sentence shows someone being '俭朴'?
Buying simple clothes even with money shows a simple and thrifty lifestyle, which is '俭朴'.
If someone is '俭朴', they probably have a lot of very expensive things.
No, '俭朴' means simple and thrifty. Someone who is '俭朴' would not usually have many expensive things.
Eating at home instead of always eating out can be a '俭朴' habit.
Yes, eating at home often helps save money and is a simple way of living, which aligns with '俭朴'.
A person who is '俭朴' likes to waste food.
No, '俭朴' means simple and thrifty. Wasting food is not thrifty.
a common greeting
to express gratitude
a farewell
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你好吗？
Focus: nǐ hǎo ma
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我很好，谢谢。
Focus: wǒ hěn hǎo, xiè xie
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你叫什么名字？
Focus: nǐ jiào shén me míng zi
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This means 'I am a student'. In Chinese, the structure is usually Subject + Verb + Object.
This means 'How are you?'. '你' (nǐ) is 'you', '好' (hǎo) is 'good', and '吗' (ma) is a question particle.
This means 'She eats rice'. '她' (tā) is 'she', '吃' (chī) is 'eat', and '米饭' (mǐfàn) is 'rice'.
她生活很___，不喜欢浪费。
‘俭朴’ means simple and thrifty, which fits the context of not liking waste.
这位老人一生过着___的日子。
‘俭朴’ describes a simple and thrifty life, which is a common way to describe someone's entire life.
他们家里虽然不富裕，但过得很___。
‘俭朴’ suggests a simple and thrifty lifestyle, often associated with not being wealthy but still managing well.
他的穿着很___，总是那几件旧衣服。
‘俭朴’ describes simple and unpretentious attire, fitting for someone who wears old clothes.
我们应该学习他___的作风。
‘俭朴’ refers to a simple and thrifty style or conduct, which is a positive quality to learn.
这个小村庄的生活很___，大家互相帮助。
‘俭朴’ indicates a simple lifestyle, which is often characteristic of small villages where people help each other.
Which word describes someone who saves money and lives simply?
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) means simple and thrifty. 浪费 (làngfèi) means wasteful. 富有 (fùyǒu) means rich. 大方 (dàfāng) means generous.
My grandpa lives a very ___ life, never spending much.
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) fits the meaning of living simply and saving money. 复杂 (fùzá) means complicated. 轻松 (qīngsōng) means relaxed. 奢华 (shēhuá) means luxurious.
Which of these is a characteristic of someone who is 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ)?
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) means simple and thrifty, so using old items instead of buying new ones is a good example.
If you are 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ), you spend a lot of money on expensive things.
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) means simple and thrifty, so you would not spend a lot of money on expensive things.
Living 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) means you try to save resources and not waste.
俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) means simple and thrifty, which includes saving resources and not wasting.
My friend who always buys the newest phone is very 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ).
Someone who is 俭朴 (jiǎnpǔ) is thrifty and would likely not buy the newest phone frequently.
This sentence means 'His life is very simple and thrifty.' The standard subject-verb-object order is '他 (he) 生活 (life) 很 (very) 俭朴 (simple and thrifty).'
This sentence means 'She wears simple and thrifty clothes.' The structure '俭朴的衣服' means 'simple and thrifty clothes.'
This sentence means 'We should maintain a simple and thrifty lifestyle.' '保持' means 'to maintain,' and '生活俭朴' describes the state of the lifestyle.
They live a simple but happy life.
She has always maintained simple and thrifty living habits.
I think this simple style suits him very well.
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他穿着一件很俭朴的衣服。
Focus: jiǎnpǔ
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他们家虽然不富裕，但过得很俭朴。
Focus: guò dé hěn jiǎnpǔ
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保持俭朴的生活是一种美德。
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Describe a time when you or someone you know lived a simple and thrifty life (俭朴).
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Sample answer
我的奶奶生活很俭朴，她总是自己做饭，不浪费食物，衣服也穿了很多年。 (My grandma lives a very simple and thrifty life. She always cooks her own meals, doesn't waste food, and wears her clothes for many years.)
Imagine you are trying to convince a friend to adopt a more simple and thrifty (俭朴) lifestyle. What would you tell them?
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我觉得过俭朴的生活有很多好处，比如可以省钱，也可以减少浪费，对环境也有好处。 (I think living a simple and thrifty life has many benefits, such as saving money and reducing waste, which is also good for the environment.)
Write a short paragraph about how the concept of '俭朴' is important in your culture or in a culture you are familiar with.
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在我的文化中，俭朴是一种美德。我们从小就被教导要节约，不要浪费。 (In my culture, simplicity and thriftiness are virtues. We are taught from a young age to be economical and not wasteful.)
根据这段话，他为什么选择过俭朴的生活？
Read this passage:
他虽然很有钱，但是生活一直很俭朴，从不追求奢侈品。他认为，真正的快乐不是来自于物质，而是内心的平静。
根据这段话，他为什么选择过俭朴的生活？
文章中明确提到“他认为，真正的快乐不是来自于物质，而是内心的平静。” (The passage clearly states, 'He believes that true happiness does not come from material possessions, but from inner peace.')
文章中明确提到“他认为，真正的快乐不是来自于物质，而是内心的平静。” (The passage clearly states, 'He believes that true happiness does not come from material possessions, but from inner peace.')
这家餐厅吸引顾客的主要原因是什么？
Read this passage:
这家餐厅的装修非常俭朴，没有华丽的装饰，但是食物却非常美味，吸引了很多顾客。老板说，他们把更多的精力放在了食材和烹饪上。
这家餐厅吸引顾客的主要原因是什么？
文章中提到“但是食物却非常美味，吸引了很多顾客。” (The passage mentions, 'but the food is very delicious, attracting many customers.')
文章中提到“但是食物却非常美味，吸引了很多顾客。” (The passage mentions, 'but the food is very delicious, attracting many customers.')
作者的爷爷奶奶的生活态度对作者有什么影响？
Read this passage:
我的爷爷奶奶一生都过着俭朴的生活。他们从不乱花钱，总是把钱用在最需要的地方。他们的这种生活态度也影响了我。
作者的爷爷奶奶的生活态度对作者有什么影响？
文章中提到“他们的这种生活态度也影响了我。”暗示作者也受到了影响，变得俭朴。 (The passage states, 'Their attitude towards life also influenced me,' implying the author also became thrifty.)
文章中提到“他们的这种生活态度也影响了我。”暗示作者也受到了影响，变得俭朴。 (The passage states, 'Their attitude towards life also influenced me,' implying the author also became thrifty.)
她一直过着___的生活，从不铺张浪费。(She has always lived a ___ life, never extravagant or wasteful.)
Context indicates a simple, non-extravagant lifestyle, which '俭朴' (simple and thrifty) perfectly describes.
尽管他收入不菲，但穿戴依然___，不追求名牌。(Although his income is substantial, his attire remains ___, not pursuing luxury brands.)
The sentence describes someone who doesn't chase luxury brands despite having a high income, aligning with the meaning of '俭朴' (simple and thrifty).
老一辈人习惯了___，懂得珍惜每一分钱。(The older generation is accustomed to ___, knowing how to cherish every penny.)
The phrase '懂得珍惜每一分钱' (knowing how to cherish every penny) directly suggests a lifestyle of '俭朴' (simple and thrifty).
这种___的装修风格，反而让人感到舒适和放松。(This ___ decoration style, on the contrary, makes people feel comfortable and relaxed.)
In the context of decoration style, '俭朴' emphasizes simplicity and lack of extravagance, which can lead to comfort and relaxation.
他过着非常___的生活，所有的积蓄都用来帮助有需要的人。(He lives a very ___ life; all his savings are used to help those in need.)
Someone who uses all their savings to help others, rather than on themselves, is living a '俭朴' (simple and thrifty) life.
保持___的作风，是我们中华民族的传统美德。(Maintaining a ___ style is a traditional virtue of our Chinese nation.)
'俭朴' (simple and thrifty) is a well-known traditional Chinese virtue, contrasting with extravagance.
以下哪句话最能体现“俭朴”的含义？
“俭朴”指的是生活节俭、朴实，不铺张浪费。选项B最符合这个定义。
小明总是吃穿简单，不追求物质享受，我们可以说他的生活方式很：
“俭朴”形容的是节俭、朴实的生活方式，与题目描述的小明的生活方式一致。
如果你想称赞一个人生活非常节约，不浪费，你可以用哪个词语？
“俭朴”是形容生活节约、不浪费的词语。
一个“俭朴”的人，通常会花很多钱购买不必要的奢侈品。
“俭朴”的人崇尚节俭，不会购买不必要的奢侈品。
保持“俭朴”的生活作风意味着放弃所有娱乐和享受。
“俭朴”是指在日常生活中不铺张浪费，但不意味着完全放弃娱乐和享受，而是一种理性的消费观念。
“俭朴”和“贫穷”是同一个概念。
“俭朴”是一种生活态度，即使富裕的人也可以选择俭朴的生活。而“贫穷”是指物质上的匮乏。
她一直过着___的生活，从不铺张浪费。 (She has always lived a ___ life, never extravagant or wasteful.)
The context implies a simple and thrifty lifestyle, which '朴素' (simple, plain) best fits. '俭朴' is an adjective that combines both '节俭' (thrifty) and '朴素' (simple).
尽管他身居高位，但生活依然___，令人敬佩。 (Even though he holds a high position, his life remains ___, which is admirable.)
'俭朴' means simple and thrifty, fitting the admirable characteristic of someone in a high position living modestly.
老一辈革命家以其___的作风，为我们树立了榜样。 (The older generation of revolutionaries set an example for us with their ___ style.)
Revolutionaries are often associated with simple and thrifty living, making '俭朴' the most suitable word.
她对待衣食住行都非常___，从不追求名牌。 (She is very ___ with regard to food, clothing, housing, and transportation, never pursuing brand names.)
Not pursuing brand names indicates a simple and thrifty attitude, aligning with '俭朴'.
这种___的生活方式，虽然简单，却充满了宁静与满足。 (This ___ lifestyle, though simple, is full of peace and contentment.)
A simple and thrifty lifestyle is often associated with peace and contentment, making '俭朴' the correct choice.
他的办公室布置得十分___，没有一丝多余的装饰。 (His office is decorated very ___, without a single superfluous decoration.)
No superfluous decoration indicates a simple and unadorned style, which '俭朴' encompasses.
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Summary
'俭朴' is about being thrifty and leading a simple, modest life.
- frugal
- simple living
- unpretentious
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朝九晚五
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未免
B2Rather; a bit too; truly (implies something excessive).
废弃
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恪守
B2To scrupulously observe; to strictly adhere to.
反常
B2abnormal, unusual
充裕
B2Abundant; ample.
充沛
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门禁卡
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门禁
B2Access control (system).
配件
B2Fittings; accessories; spare parts.
