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Chinese dictionary
adj.economical; thrifty and simple
她是个俭朴的主妇。
She is a thrifty housewife.
衣着俭朴
dress simply
勤劳俭朴是中华民族的本色。
Industry and frugality are the inherent qualities of the Chinese nation.
那些僧侣在偏远的寺院里过着俭朴的生活。
The monks lead a frugal existence in their isolated monastery.
Word usage
- Note"俭朴" is different from "简朴". "简朴" is widely used; "俭朴" is only used to describe personal life.