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March 24, 2026
隨suí(sui2)
The character 隨 (suí) conveys the idea of following or accompanying someone or something. It is often used in contexts where one is submitting to circumstances or conforming to another's wishes. It can imply a sense of ease or naturalness in the act of following.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 隨 often relates to harmony with nature and the importance of adapting to one's environment, reflecting the philosophical ideas of Taoism.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person following a guide through a forest. The character 隨 looks like a person (the '人' radical) walking along a path, easily moving with the flow of nature. Pronounce it like 'sway'—just as a tree sways gently in the wind, we follow along.
Meanings of 隨
suí(sui2)
1to follow, to listen to, to submit to
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Quick Contrast
随 (suí) vs 陪 (péi) — use 随 when emphasizing following or conforming to circumstances, while 陪 focuses on accompanying someone physically.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person following a guide through a forest. The character 隨 looks like a person (the '人' radical) walking along a path, easily moving with the flow of nature. Pronounce it like 'sway'—just as a tree sways gently in the wind, we follow along.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 隨 with 幸 (xìng), which means 'fortunate' or 'lucky'. This word is more commonly used in informal contexts; be mindful of the nuances in formal writing. Common collocations include 隨便 (suíbiàn, 'casual') and 隨時 (suíshí, 'at any time').
HSK Study Tips
While 隨 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to other words about movement and direction, such as 走 (zǒu, 'to walk') and 跟 (gēn, 'to follow'). Students should focus on its usage in phrases to understand its context better.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 隨 often relates to harmony with nature and the importance of adapting to one's environment, reflecting the philosophical ideas of Taoism.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes misuse 隨 by confusing it with similar-sounding words. For example, using 隨 instead of 階 (jiē, 'step') can lead to misunderstandings. Always ensure the context fits the meaning of 'to follow'.
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Cultural Notes for 隨
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In Chinese culture, the concept of 隨 often relates to harmony with nature and the importance of adapting to one's environment, reflecting the philosophical ideas of Taoism.
