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self-discipline

/sɛlf ˈdɪsəplən/

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1 · n.

the ability to control one's behavior and keep working toward a goal

自律

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Learning a language every day requires self-discipline.

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每天坚持学习一门语言需要自律。

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Pronunciation: /sɛlf ˈdɪsəplən/

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