蹇蹇匪躬 — “To offer candid and upright counsel”
蹇蹇匪躬 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to offer candid and upright counsel”. Even when it involves personal sacrifice or difficulty, prioritizing the well-being of an endeavor over personal gain. Literally, “Forthrightly not for self”.
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那位老教授在学术会议上常常蹇蹇匪躬，指出研究中的不足，促进了学科的健康发展。
At academic conferences, the old professor often offered candid and upright counsel, pointing out shortcomings in research, which promoted the healthy development of the discipline.
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What does 蹇蹇匪躬 mean?
蹇蹇匪躬 (jiǎn jiǎn fěi gōng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to offer candid and upright counsel”.
How do you pronounce 蹇蹇匪躬?
蹇蹇匪躬 is pronounced jiǎn jiǎn fěi gōng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 蹇蹇匪躬 literally mean?
Literally, 蹇蹇匪躬 means “Forthrightly not for self”. It is used to mean “to offer candid and upright counsel”.
What is the Chinese definition of 蹇蹇匪躬?
蹇，通“謇”。指为君国而忠直谏诤。亦作“蹇谔匪躬”。