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憩 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
to restvg, 16 strokes, radical 心, rank #45428, Very Hard
(qi4) T4
  1. 1to rest
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March 24, 2026
(憇)(qi4)

The character 憩 (qì) means 'to rest' and is often used in contexts where one takes a break or pauses for relaxation. It can be seen in phrases related to leisure or recuperation, emphasizing a sense of tranquility or a temporary halt in activity.

Strokes16RadicalFrequency#45428DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, taking time to rest and reflect is valued, especially in the context of tea ceremonies or quiet meditation, where the concept of 憩 embodies the importance of pausing to appreciate the moment.

Memory Tip

Imagine a quiet, serene place where you can rest after a long day. The character 憩 has the radical 心 (heart), suggesting a peaceful place for your heart to relax, and the side component 𠂇 reminds you to take a moment to breathe and recharge.

Meanings of 憩

(qi4)
1to rest
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About 憩

Simplified
Traditional
16Strokes
Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 憩

Quick Contrast

休 (xiū) - use 憩 (qì) for a more tranquil or leisurely connotation, while 休 (xiū) is more general for 'rest' or 'to stop working'.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a quiet, serene place where you can rest after a long day. The character 憩 has the radical 心 (heart), suggesting a peaceful place for your heart to relax, and the side component 𠂇 reminds you to take a moment to breathe and recharge.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 憩 with its variant 憩 (qì) which has a different tone and meaning. This character is more formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation, so it's best reserved for written contexts or more literary expressions.

HSK Study Tips

Although 憩 is not listed in the HSK vocabulary, it can be connected with other words related to rest or relaxation at higher levels. Focus on recognizing its tone and understanding its usage in context as you learn related terms.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, taking time to rest and reflect is valued, especially in the context of tea ceremonies or quiet meditation, where the concept of 憩 embodies the importance of pausing to appreciate the moment.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 憩 with 休息 (xiūxí) and use it in casual conversations, which may sound overly formal. Instead, use 休息 for everyday situations and reserve 憩 for more formal or literary contexts.

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Pronunciation of 憩

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Etymology of 憩

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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mind

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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 憩?

Decomposition of 憩

IDS Structure⿱⿰舌自心
Full Character
=
she2
left
zi4
right
xin1
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 憩?

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Grammar Patterns of 憩

憩 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 5

Complete the Sentence

他只求一杯清茶、片刻小____。

All he wanted was a cup of tea and a sit-down.

Example Sentences for 憩 (3)

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他只求一杯清茶、片刻小憩。

tā zhī qiú yī bēi qīng chá、 、 piàn kè xiǎo。

All he wanted was a cup of tea and a sit-down.
2
连接大坑东游乐场至毗邻休憩用地.

lián jiē dà kēng dōng yóu lè cháng zhì pí lín xiū qì yòng dì.

It connects Tai Hang Tung Recreation Ground with the adjoining sitting - out area.
3
依丛适自憩,缘涧还复去.

yī cóng shì zì qì, , yuán jiàn huán fù.

I lean by a tree and rest myself Or wander up and down a stream.

Cultural Notes for 憩

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese culture, taking time to rest and reflect is valued, especially in the context of tea ceremonies or quiet meditation, where the concept of 憩 embodies the importance of pausing to appreciate the moment.

Word Family of 憩

Words Containing This Character4
小憩to rest for a bit
休憩to rest
variant of 憩[qì]
憩室炎diverticulitis
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Compound Meaning

What does 小憩 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 憩

You can say '我需要憩一会儿' (Wǒ xūyào qì yīhuǐr), meaning 'I need to rest for a while.'