兢兢业业

• 拼音: jīng jīng yè yè
• 汉字拆解: 兢 = 克 (overcome) + 克 (overcome), suggesting cautious effort; 业 = work, profession

含义

Conscientious and diligent; dedicated and meticulous in one's work.

Describes someone who approaches their duties with extreme care, seriousness, and dedication. Often used to praise employees, public servants, or anyone who takes their responsibilities seriously without cutting corners. Carries a sense of quiet, steady devotion rather than flashy achievement.

例句

1. 老王在这家公司兢兢业业干了三十年，从没出过差错。
2. 她兢兢业业地照顾卧床的婆婆，从无怨言。
3. 基层干部们兢兢业业为群众服务，值得我们尊敬。

用法指南

语境: workplace, evaluation, praise

语气: commendatory

正确说法

• 他在岗位上兢兢业业，是我们学习的榜样。(He works conscientiously at his post and is a role model for us.)
• 这种兢兢业业的工作态度越来越少见了。(This kind of diligent work attitude is becoming rare.)

错误说法

• 他玩游戏很兢兢业业。(Don't use for hobbies or leisure — the term specifically refers to work or duties)

起源与历史

From classical Chinese, originally meaning trembling with fear or caution. The reduplicated form 兢兢 emphasizes carefulness, combined with 业业 (diligent in work) to describe conscientious dedication.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal