1agreeable, compliant; to comply, to go along with
2active
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March 24, 2026
娓wěi(wei3)
The character 娓 (wěi) conveys a sense of being agreeable or compliant. It is often used in contexts where one is accommodating or following along with others, suggesting a positive attitude towards collaboration or agreement. This character can also imply an active engagement in compliance, indicating a proactive approach to following along.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, compliance and harmony in social interactions are highly valued, making 娓 relevant in discussions about teamwork and community. This reflects the Confucian ideal of cooperation and collective effort over individualism.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person gracefully dancing (the character's form resembles a dancer) in harmony with others in a group. The dance represents 'going along with' or 'complying', and the flowing movements signify agreeableness. Remember, 'wěi' sounds like 'way', as if you're following the 'way' of the group.
Meanings of 娓
wěi(wei3)
1agreeable, compliant; to comply, to go along with
2active
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person gracefully dancing (the character's form resembles a dancer) in harmony with others in a group. The dance represents 'going along with' or 'complying', and the flowing movements signify agreeableness. Remember, 'wěi' sounds like 'way', as if you're following the 'way' of the group.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 娓 with similar-sounding characters, leading to mispronunciation. It's best used in informal contexts when discussing social interactions or teamwork. Be mindful of the third tone; a common mistake is to use the second tone instead, which changes the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 娓 is not included in the official HSK levels, understanding this word can enhance your vocabulary around social interactions. Focus on its usage in phrases and collocations with other characters that denote agreement or compliance to strengthen your contextual understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, compliance and harmony in social interactions are highly valued, making 娓 relevant in discussions about teamwork and community. This reflects the Confucian ideal of cooperation and collective effort over individualism.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake is using 娓 in contexts that require a more formal term like 同意 (tóng yì). For example, saying '我娓这个提议' (I comply with this proposal) is incorrect; instead, use '我同意这个提议'.
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Cultural Notes for 娓
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In Chinese culture, compliance and harmony in social interactions are highly valued, making 娓 relevant in discussions about teamwork and community. This reflects the Confucian ideal of cooperation and collective effort over individualism.
Word Family of 娓
Words Containing This Character2
娓wěiactive
娓娓动听to speak in a pleasant and captivating manner (idiom)娓娓動聽
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Compound Meaning
What does 娓 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 娓
You can say '他很娓，愿意跟大家一起工作' which means 'He is very agreeable and willing to work with everyone.'
Synonyms include 顺从 (shùn cóng) meaning 'to obey' and 服从 (fú cóng) meaning 'to comply'.
No, 娓 is generally used in informal contexts; for formal writing, terms like 同意 (tóng yì) are preferred.
