temperance
intermediateB2/ˈtɛmpərəns/ · tem-per-ance
Moderation or self-restraint, especially regarding consumption of alcohol or food.
Meanings
Moderation or self-restraint, especially regarding consumption of alcohol or food.
اعتدال یا خود پر قابو ، خاص طور پر شراب یا کھانے کے استعمال کے بارے میں۔
اعتدال
itidal
Synonyms
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- temperance movement
- temperance society
- strict temperance
Example Sentences
The temperance movement aimed to reduce alcohol consumption in society.
اعتدال کی تحریک نے معاشرے میں شراب نوشی کو کم کرنے کا مقصد رکھا۔
Itidal ki tehreek ne muasharti mein sharab nooshi ko kam karne ka maqsad rakha.
Practicing temperance can lead to a healthier lifestyle.
اعتدال اختیار کرنے سے صحت مند طرز زندگی مل سکتا ہے۔
Itidal ikhtiyar karne se sehat mand tarz e zindagi mil sakta hai.
He showed great temperance during the holiday feasts.
اس نے تعطیلات کی دعوتوں کے دوران زبردست اعتدال دکھایا۔
Us ne taatilon ki dawatoun ke doran zabardast itidal dikhaya.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'temperance' as keeping your 'temper' in check.
Imagine a person sipping a drink slowly, enjoying every sip without overindulging.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خمار عشق میں حد سے نہ بڑھ جاؤ یارو، ہر بات کی ایک انتہا ہوتی ہے۔
Khamar ishq mein had se na barh jao yaaro, Har baat ki ek inteha hoti hai.
In the intoxication of love, don't go beyond limits, friends, Every matter has a boundary.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
نیم ننگا، نیم پکڑا.
Neem nanga, neem pakra.
Half naked, half held; signifying the need for balance in life.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "temperantia" — moderation, self-restraint
First known use: 14th century
The word 'temperance' has evolved from its Latin roots, initially signifying moderation and self-control, particularly regarding indulgence in food and drink.