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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
迮zéto press; hasty; crampednr, 8 strokes, radical 辶
迮zéhasteunknown, 8 strokes, radical 辶
zé(ze2)ze T2
  1. 1to press; hasty; cramped
  2. 2haste
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March 24, 2026

迮zé(ze2)

The character 迮 (zé) primarily conveys the idea of pressing or being cramped, indicating a sense of haste or urgency. It is commonly used in contexts where quick action or limited space is involved, often reflecting a feeling of being rushed or constrained. The nuance can imply not just physical pressure, but also a metaphorical sense of urgency in decision-making or actions.

Strokes8Radical辶
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of being pressed for time is often linked to the importance of punctuality and efficiency, especially in business settings. The character reflects a cultural appreciation for timely action and decision-making.

Memory tip

Imagine a person pressed into a tight space, feeling the need to act quickly. The character 迮 looks like two feet (the '亻' radical) being pressed together ('辶' represents movement), symbolizing the urgency of needing to move fast when cramped.

Meanings of 迮

zé(ze2)
1to press; hasty; cramped
2haste
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迮Simplified
8Strokes
辶Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 迮 (zé); it can easily be confused with other similar-sounding words. This character is more formal and might not be commonly used in everyday spoken Mandarin, so it's best suited for written contexts or formal discussions. Common collocations include phrases related to urgency and pressure.

HSK Study Tips

Although 迮 is not part of the HSK levels, understanding it can enhance your vocabulary related to urgency and pressure. Focus on how it interacts with other words that convey similar feelings of haste, such as 急 (jí) and 快 (kuài). This will help reinforce your grasp of nuances in expressing urgency.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 迮 with other characters that denote urgency, such as 急 (jí). For example, saying '我迮了' (wǒ zé le) instead of '我急了' (wǒ jí le) can lead to misunderstanding, as 迮 is less commonly used.

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Etymology of 迮

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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Semantic (meaning)辶
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Phonetic (sound)乍
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Origin

迮 = 辶 + 乍. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 迮

IDS Structure⿺辶乍
迮Full character
=
辶chuo4
enclosing
乍zha4
inner
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How to say to press; hasty; cramped in Chinese

“to press; hasty; cramped” in Chinese is迮zé

The character 迮 (zé) primarily conveys the idea of pressing or being cramped, indicating a sense of haste or urgency. It is commonly used in contexts where quick action or limited space is involved, often reflecting a feeling of being rushed or constrained. The nuance can imply not just physical pressure, but also a metaphorical sense of urgency in decision-making or actions.

When to use 迮

Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 迮 (zé); it can easily be confused with other similar-sounding words. This character is more formal and might not be commonly used in everyday spoken Mandarin, so it's best suited for written contexts or formal discussions. Common collocations include phrases related to urgency and pressure.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 迮 with other characters that denote urgency, such as 急 (jí). For example, saying '我迮了' (wǒ zé le) instead of '我急了' (wǒ jí le) can lead to misunderstanding, as 迮 is less commonly used.

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Word Family of 迮

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迮zéhaste

Frequently Asked Questions about 迮

The correct pronunciation is zé, with a rising tone.

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