Definitions

1. 1. self-restraint
2. 2. discipline
3. 3. selflessness

Components

• 克 Kè – PN:Ke (c. 2000 BC), seventh of the legendary Flame Emperors, 炎帝[Yan2 di
• 克 kè – to be able to
• 己 jǐ – self

Related Words

• 克己复礼 kè jǐ fù lǐ – restrain yourself and return to the rites (idiom, from Analects); to subdue self and observe proprieties
• 克己奉公 kè jǐ fèng gōng – self-restraint and devotion to public duties (idiom); selfless dedication
• 奉公克己 fèng gōng kè jǐ – self-restraint and devotion to public duties (idiom); selfless dedication