姿(ていしせい)

ていしせい
noun
humble attitude; low profile
emotion
1. humble attitude; low profile; modest stance
An attitude of humility or modesty, often adopted when apologizing, making requests, or dealing with superiors. Literally 'low posture.'
(かれ)低姿勢(ていしせい)謝罪(しゃざい)した
He apologized with a humble attitude.
低姿勢(ていしせい)(ねが)いした
I made a request humbly.
新人(しんじん)低姿勢(ていしせい)いるべきだ。
Newcomers should maintain a humble attitude.

低姿勢(ていしせい) literally means "low posture" and describes a humble, modest, or deferential attitude. It can represent genuine humility or strategic modesty.

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Usage

Commonly used in business and political contexts. A person who is 低姿勢(ていしせい) is careful not to appear arrogant or demanding, especially when making requests, apologizing, or dealing with customers.

Similar words

  • 低姿勢(ていしせい): humble, low-profile
  • 高姿勢(こうしせい): arrogant, overbearing
  • 高飛車(たかびしゃ): high-handed, domineering