sĩ diện
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Meaning
2 senses
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Noun
Face; one's pride and concern for keeping a good image in front of others.
vi Ông ấy rất coi trọng sĩ diện của gia đình.
en He values his family's prestige very highly.
Adjective
Excessively concerned about one's reputation, appearance, or social standing in the eyes of others.
vi Anh ta quá sĩ diện nên không dám nhận lỗi.
en He is too vain to admit his mistake.