DictionaryCommon words規矩

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規矩

guījǔ

“compass and ruler for drawing circles and squares; established standard or rule; proper behavior; well-behaved; customary practice”

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guī·ㄍㄨㄟ

A compass for drawing circles; rules or regulations; customs or established practice; to plan or scheme; to admonish or correct.

A carpenter's square or L-shaped ruler; a rule or regulation; a pattern or standard; to carve or engrave.