以身作则

yǐ shēn zuò zé

HSK 7–9

Meaning

以自身的行为作为榜样。

To set an example by one's own actions.

通常用于形容领导者、长辈或老师通过自己的行为来示范或引导他人。

Often used to describe leaders, elders, or teachers who demonstrate or guide others through their own actions.

1 作为校长，他以身作则，每天最早到校。 (As the principal, he sets an example by being the first to arrive at school every day.)
2 父母应该以身作则，教育孩子诚实守信。 (Parents should set an example by teaching their children honesty and trustworthiness.)
3 这位经理以身作则，亲自参与一线工作。 (The manager sets an example by personally participating in front-line work.)
4 老师以身作则，倡导环保理念。 (The teacher sets an example by advocating environmental protection concepts.)
5 领导干部要严于律己，以身作则。 (Leading cadres should be strict with themselves and set an example.)
6 他以身作则，坚持每天锻炼，影响了整个团队。 (He sets an example by insisting on daily exercise, influencing the entire team.)

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