A person's sense of dignity or pride in their own worth or abilities; self-esteem or self-respect.
彼は自尊心が強く、失敗を認めたがらない。
He has strong self-esteem and is reluctant to admit failure.
子どもの自尊心を育てる教育が重要だ。
Education that nurtures children's self-esteem is important.
批判されると自尊心を傷つけられたと感じることがある。
When criticized, one may feel their self-esteem has been hurt.