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March 24, 2026
瞓shuì(shui4)
The character 瞓 (shuì) primarily means 'to sleep.' It is commonly used in Cantonese and reflects a more colloquial expression for sleeping compared to its Mandarin equivalent, 睡 (shuì). In some regions, it is used to convey a casual or relaxed context of sleeping.
Strokes15Radical目Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Cantonese culture, the use of 瞓 is a part of everyday language, often reflecting a laid-back attitude towards rest and sleep, which is culturally valued. It's common to hear phrases emphasizing the importance of napping during the day.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person 'shoo-ing' away distractions (the sound 'shu' in 'shuì') as they prepare to sleep. The character 瞓 incorporates the 'eye' radical (目), suggesting the act of closing one's eyes to sleep.
Meanings of 瞓
shuì(shui4)
primary
1to sleep
2to sleep (Cantonese)
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About 瞓
瞓Simplified
15Strokes
目Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
睡 (shuì) is the standard Mandarin term for 'to sleep,' while 瞓 (shuì) is a more colloquial expression used in Cantonese.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person 'shoo-ing' away distractions (the sound 'shu' in 'shuì') as they prepare to sleep. The character 瞓 incorporates the 'eye' radical (目), suggesting the act of closing one's eyes to sleep.
Usage Notes
This character is more prevalent in Cantonese than in Mandarin, and learners might mistakenly use it in formal contexts where 睡 is more appropriate. It is informal and should be used in casual conversations.
HSK Study Tips
Although 瞓 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to the HSK Level 1 word 睡 (shuì). Students should focus on the pronunciation and informal usage in Cantonese-speaking environments to enhance their conversational skills.
Cultural Note
In Cantonese culture, the use of 瞓 is a part of everyday language, often reflecting a laid-back attitude towards rest and sleep, which is culturally valued. It's common to hear phrases emphasizing the importance of napping during the day.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 瞓 with 睡, using it inappropriately in Mandarin contexts. For example, saying '我瞓觉' instead of the correct '我睡觉' (wǒ shuì jiào) is a common mistake.
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Cultural Notes for 瞓
🏮Cultural insight
In Cantonese culture, the use of 瞓 is a part of everyday language, often reflecting a laid-back attitude towards rest and sleep, which is culturally valued. It's common to hear phrases emphasizing the importance of napping during the day.
Word Family of 瞓
Words Containing This Character1
瞓shuìto sleep (Cantonese)
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瞓
No, 瞓 is primarily a Cantonese term; the Mandarin equivalent is 睡 (shuì).
No, 瞓 is considered informal and should be avoided in formal contexts.
It is pronounced as 'shuì', similar to the Mandarin 睡.
