敬业

• Pinyin: jìng yè
• Desglose de hanzi: 敬 = reverence and action; 业 = 丵 (many plants growing) + 巾 (cloth) — work, vocation

Significado

ser dedicado al trabajo; ser profesional y concienzudo

Describes a strong work ethic — taking one's duties seriously and giving full effort regardless of recognition or reward. Considered a high virtue in Chinese professional culture. Often used in performance reviews, commendations, and character assessments. Contrasts with 敷衍 (going through the motions) or 混日子 (coasting through).

Ejemplos

1. 她是公认的敬业精神最强的员工，无论多晚都会把工作做完再回家。
2. 那位老医生几十年如一日，敬业精神令同事和患者都深为感动。
3. 敬业不仅是职业道德的体现，更是个人品格的一部分。

Guía de uso

Contexto: work ethic, professional praise, HR, social values

Tono: commendatory

Correcto

• 他工作认真负责，是一个非常敬业的人。(He is responsible and conscientious — a truly dedicated professional.)
• 敬业的态度是职场成功的基础。(A dedicated attitude is the foundation of professional success.)

Incorrecto

• 我很敬业，所以我去度假了。(敬业 implies being fully committed to work duties — it cannot justify taking time off unless you frame it carefully)

Origen e historia

敬 (to respect, to take seriously) + 业 (work, profession). Together: to take one's profession seriously. Rooted in Confucian values of earnest, attentive conduct in one's designated role.

Contexto cultural

Generación: All ages

Contexto social: Universal