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March 24, 2026
佽cì(Ci4)
The character 佽 (cì) primarily means 'to help' or 'to aid.' It is often used in contexts where assistance or support is provided. While it can also serve as a surname, its use as a verb is more prevalent in modern Mandarin.
Strokes8Radical亻Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, helping others is a valued virtue, often emphasized in Confucian teachings. The character embodies the importance of community and mutual support in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person extending their hand to help someone up, symbolizing 'aid.' The character 佽 has the radical 亻 (person) on the left, indicating an action involving a person, and the right part resembles a hand reaching out in support.
Meanings of 佽
cì(Ci4)
1to help, to aid
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佽Simplified
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亻Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person extending their hand to help someone up, symbolizing 'aid.' The character 佽 has the radical 亻 (person) on the left, indicating an action involving a person, and the right part resembles a hand reaching out in support.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 佽 with similar sounding words, such as 帮 (bāng), which also means 'to help.' 佽 is less commonly used and may sound formal or literary. It's important to use it appropriately in context to avoid sounding outdated.
HSK Study Tips
Though 佽 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can connect to other HSK words related to assistance, like 帮助 (bāngzhù). Focus on understanding the nuances of 'help' in various contexts and practice using synonyms.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, helping others is a valued virtue, often emphasized in Confucian teachings. The character embodies the importance of community and mutual support in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners might use 佽 interchangeably with 帮助 (bāngzhù) in informal contexts, which can sound overly formal. Instead, opt for 帮助 when speaking casually.
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Cultural Notes for 佽
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In traditional Chinese culture, helping others is a valued virtue, often emphasized in Confucian teachings. The character embodies the importance of community and mutual support in Chinese society.
Word Family of 佽
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Frequently Asked Questions about 佽
No, 佽 is less common in daily speech compared to other words for help, like 帮助.
It is more formal and may not be suitable for casual conversations.
Synonyms include 帮 (bāng) and 援助 (yuánzhù), which also mean to help.