分寸 meaning and pronunciation

分寸
Simplified/traditional word

分寸 English definition

fēn cun
  • propriety
  • appropriate behavior
  • proper speech or action
  • within the norms

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  • 分 (fēn): to divide; to separate; to distribute; to allocate; to distinguish (good and bad); part or subdivision; fraction; one tenth (of certain units); unit of length equivalent to 0.33 cm; minute; a point (in sports or games); 0.01 yuan (unit of money);
  • 寸 (cùn): a unit of length; inch; thumb;