自爱
zì ài
Self love · trad. 自愛
自爱 (zì'ài) refers to the concept of self-love, self-respect, and valuing one's own well-being. It emphasizes treating oneself with kindness, compassion, and prioritizing one's own needs.
When to use it
Neutral and widely understood. It's often used in discussions about mental health, personal growth, and emotional well-being. The verb phrase 爱自己 (ài zìjǐ, "to love oneself") is also very common.
How to pronounce it
Sounds roughly like “dzuh-EYE.” Both syllables are pronounced with a falling tone.
Other ways to say it
- 爱自己ài zì jǐto love oneself (verb phrase)
- 自我关怀zì wǒ guān huáiself-care
- 自我价值zì wǒ jià zhíself-worth
Examples
学会自爱是幸福的关键。
xué huì zì ài shì xìng fú de guān jiàn 。
Learning self-love is the key to happiness.
她通过运动和健康饮食来表达自爱。
tā tōng guò yùn dòng hé jiàn kāng yǐn shí lái biǎo dá zì ài 。
She expresses self-love through exercise and healthy eating.
我们都应该多爱自己一点。
wǒ men dōu yīng gāi duō ài zì jǐ yì diǎn 。
We should all love ourselves a bit more.
Pro tip: While 自爱 (zì'ài) is a noun for 'self-love,' the verb phrase 爱自己 (ài zìjǐ) is often used interchangeably in conversation to mean 'to love oneself' or 'to practice self-love.'
Related phrases
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