“Self-respect” in Japanese
Short answer
Self-respect in Japanese is “自尊” (jison). Full meaning: self-respect, esteem, self-importance, pride.
Other ways to say “Self-respect” in Japanese
自重
jijuu self-respect; prudence, not acting rashly, restraining oneself; taking care of oneself, being careful with one's health
意気地
ikuji self-respect, self-confidence, guts, backbone, pride, drive, willpower
矜持
kinji pride, dignity, self-respect
自尊心
jisonshin self-esteem, self-respect, self-importance, conceit, pride
見識
kenshiki views, opinion, discernment; pride, self-respect
識見
shikiken views, opinion, discernment, pride, self-respect, insight
矜恃
kyouji pride, dignity, self-respect
けんしき
kenshiki views, opinion, discernment; pride, self-respect
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