self-respect
intermediateB1/ˌsɛlf.rɪˈspɛkt/ · self-res-pect
Confidence and pride in oneself; self-esteem.
Meanings
Confidence and pride in oneself; self-esteem.
اپنی ذات میں اعتماد اور عزت؛ خود اعتمادی۔
خود اعتمادی
khud aitmaadi
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Common Collocations
- sense of self-respect
- loss of self-respect
- self-respect and dignity
Example Sentences
It's important to have self-respect in any relationship.
کسی بھی تعلق میں خود اعتمادی رکھنا ضروری ہے۔
Kisi bhi taalluq mein khud aitmaadi rakhna zaroori hai.
He regained his self-respect after the apology.
اس نے معافی کے بعد اپنی خود اعتمادی واپس پا لی۔
Us ne maafi ke baad apni khud aitmaadi wapas paa li.
Self-respect is key to maintaining healthy boundaries.
خود اعتمادی صحت مند حدیں برقرار رکھنے کا راز ہے۔
Khud aitmaadi sehat mand hadein barqarar rakhne ka raaz hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of self-respect as the respect you give to yourself.
Imagine looking in a mirror and seeing a strong, confident person.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
📖 Etymology
Origin: English "self + respect" — self denotes one's own person; respect denotes a feeling of esteem
First known use: 19th century
The term 'self-respect' has been used since the late 19th century to denote a sense of worth and dignity.