A formal yojijukugo referring to a person's overall conduct, manner, and deportment, especially in social or official settings.
In an interview, your bearing and demeanor are evaluated.
彼の挙措進退には育ちの良さが表れている。
His refined behavior shows his good upbringing.
More common and slightly less formal; refers to everyday movements and manners.
Focuses on physical actions and gestures, often in traditional arts or formal settings.
A yojijukugo composed of 挙 (action), 措 (conduct), 進 (advance), and 退 (retreat), together describing a person's overall behavior and deportment. The exact historical origin is uncertain.