"temperance" in Chinese (Simplified)
节制克己
Definition
节制是自我控制的实践，特别是避免在食物、饮料或其他享受上的过度。通常指的是适度，尤其是在饮酒方面。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
“节制”在正式、宗教或历史语境中常用，经常与戒酒运动相关。日常说话时表达适度，多用“适度”或“不要过度”。
Examples
Temperance is important for a healthy life.
**节制**对健康生活很重要。
He practices temperance and never drinks alcohol.
他坚持**节制**，从不喝酒。
Many religions teach temperance.
许多宗教都教导**节制**。
His temperance kept him from eating too much at the party.
他的**节制**让他在聚会上没有吃太多。
During the 19th century, temperance movements were very powerful.
19世纪期间，**节制**运动非常强大。
If everyone had a little more temperance, the world might be a happier place.
如果每个人都有多一点**节制**，世界可能会更快乐。