つつしむ
N1虔む
慎む謹む
[tsutsushimu]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'mu' ending; transitive verb
to be careful; to be discreet
2.Godan verb with 'mu' ending; transitive verb
to do in moderation; to refrain (from overdoing); to abstain
3.Godan verb with 'mu' ending; transitive verb
to be reverent
4.Godan verb with 'mu' ending; transitive verb
to be purified; to be chaste
Example Sentences
年長者の前では言動を虔むのが礼儀だ。
It is proper etiquette to be restrained in words and deeds before elders.
公の場では発言を虔むべきだと忠告された。
I was advised to be careful with my remarks in public settings.
過去の失敗を反省し行動を虔む姿勢を見せた。
He showed an attitude of reflecting on past failures and restraining his behavior.