1.
dignity; grace; refinement
An air of elegance, decorum, or noble bearing in a person's manner, appearance, or behavior. Suggests cultivated sophistication rather than mere politeness.
品位のある振る舞いを心がける。
I try to conduct myself with dignity.
あの人は品位を落とすようなことはしない。
That person would never do anything beneath their dignity.
政治家として品位を保つことが求められる。
Politicians are expected to maintain their dignity.
品位 refers to dignity, grace, or refinement — the quality of appearing elegant and well-mannered.
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 品位: outward dignity and elegance (how one appears)
- 品格: dignity and character (inner moral standing)
- 気品: refinement, grace (natural elegance)
品位 focuses on the outward impression, while 品格 emphasizes deeper character.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 品位を保つ: to maintain dignity
- 品位を落とす: to lower one's dignity
- 品位のある: dignified, refined
- 品位に欠ける: to lack dignity
USAGE:
Often used to describe the behavior expected of public figures, professionals, and people in positions of authority. Common in formal contexts and media commentary on conduct.