khắc kỉ
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Meaning
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The act of controlling your own emotions, desires, and impulses to maintain discipline and follow principles.
vi Anh ấy sống một cuộc sống khắc kỉ và nghiêm túc.
en He lives a self-restrained and serious life.
Remaining calm and patient while experiencing pain or difficulty without complaining or showing much emotion.
vi Vận động viên đã tỏ thái độ khắc kỉ dù đang bị thương.
en The athlete showed a self-restrained attitude despite being injured.