节俭

• 拼音: jié jiǎn
• 汉字拆解: 节 = 艹 (grass) + 卩 — joint, moderation; 俭 = 亻(person) + 佥 — frugal

含义

Frugal; thrifty; economical. Characterized by careful use of money and resources.

A traditional virtue highly valued in Chinese culture. Describes someone who avoids waste and manages resources wisely. Can be used as both an adjective and a noun to describe a lifestyle or character trait.

例句

1. 奶奶一辈子都很节俭，从不浪费任何东西。
2. 节俭是一种美德，但不应该变成吝啬。
3. 疫情期间，许多家庭开始过上更加节俭的生活。

用法指南

语境: lifestyle, values, finance

语气: approving

正确说法

• 她过着节俭的生活。(She lives a frugal life.)
• 我们应该养成节俭的习惯。(We should develop frugal habits.)

错误说法

• 用'节俭'贬义地形容小气 (Don't use 节俭 as a negative term for stinginess — use 小气 or 吝啬 instead; 节俭 is positive)

起源与历史

Composed of 节 (to economize; joint) + 俭 (frugal; thrifty). Both characters relate to restraint and moderation in spending.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal