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March 24, 2026
擠jǐ(ji3)
The character 擠 (jǐ) means to squeeze or push against something. It is commonly used in contexts where there is a physical action of compressing or crowding, such as when people are trying to fit into a small space or when items are packed tightly together.
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Cultural Note
In urban areas of China, particularly in busy cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the experience of being 'squeezed' in public transport is common and often discussed humorously among locals.
Memory Tip
Imagine a crowded subway where everyone is jostling for space. The character 擠 looks like a person pushing against a wall (the left side) and a crowd of people (the right side) trying to get through, reminding you of the sound 'jǐ' as they squeeze in.
Meanings of 擠
jǐ(ji3)
1to squeeze, to push against; crowded
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AI Study Notes for 擠
Quick Contrast
挤 (jǐ) vs 拥 (yōng) — use 擠 (jǐ) when emphasizing the action of squeezing into a tight space, while 拥 (yōng) focuses more on the idea of crowding or embracing.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a crowded subway where everyone is jostling for space. The character 擠 looks like a person pushing against a wall (the left side) and a crowd of people (the right side) trying to get through, reminding you of the sound 'jǐ' as they squeeze in.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 擠 with similar-sounding words. It's more informal and often used in everyday situations, whereas more formal alternatives may exist. Common collocations include 擠公交 (squeeze onto the bus) and 擠進 (squeeze into).
HSK Study Tips
Though 擠 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, its usage connects to words related to movement and space. Students should focus on using it in practical scenarios, particularly when discussing crowded places or physical interactions.
Cultural Note
In urban areas of China, particularly in busy cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the experience of being 'squeezed' in public transport is common and often discussed humorously among locals.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 擠 with the character 推 (tuī), which means 'to push' without the squeezing connotation. Instead of saying 擠人 (squeeze people), one might incorrectly say 推人 (push people), which changes the meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 擠
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In urban areas of China, particularly in busy cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the experience of being 'squeezed' in public transport is common and often discussed humorously among locals.
Word Family of 擠
Words Containing This Character19
挤jǐto crowd in擠
拥挤yōngjǐcrowded擁擠
挤出to squeeze out擠出
挤压jǐyāto squeeze擠壓
挤满jam-packed擠滿
排挤to crowd out排擠
挤进to break into擠進
挤占to seize擠占
拥挤不堪overcrowded擁擠不堪
挤兑a run on a bank擠兌
挤奶to milk擠奶
挤入to squeeze in擠入
挤眉弄眼to make eyes擠眉弄眼
挤牙膏lit. to squeeze out toothpaste擠牙膏
挤眼to wink擠眼
压挤to squeeze out壓擠
挤对to bully擠對
挨挤to jostle挨擠
挤轧to bump and shove擠軋
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 擠
It is pronounced as 'jǐ', with a falling tone.
Yes, it can also describe situations where there is a feeling of being overwhelmed or congested, like a crowded schedule.
It is generally used in informal contexts; for formal writing, alternatives may be preferred.
