unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mí
extravagant
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mí
go with fashion
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mí
not
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mǐ
to scatter, to disperse; to divide
vg, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mǐ
to waste (money)
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mǐ
extravagant
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mǐ
go with fashion
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
靡
mǐ
not
unknown, 19 strokes, radical 非, rank #38331, Very Hard
mí(mi2)
primary
T2
1to scatter, to disperse; to divide
2to waste (money)
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March 24, 2026
靡mí(mi2)
The character 靡 (mí) conveys the idea of scattering or dispersing, often in the context of wastefulness or extravagance. It can refer to the act of going along with fashion trends or spending money recklessly, indicating a lack of restraint.
Strokes19Radical非Frequency#38331DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of extravagance is often viewed critically, especially in discussions about social responsibility and financial prudence. The character can be linked to historical narratives about wealth and its impact on society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fashionable person scattering money like confetti at a party, embodying the essence of extravagance and waste. The character's components can be remembered as a lavish lifestyle 'dividing' their resources, as the radical 革 (gé) suggests change or transformation, fitting the theme of going with the flow.
Meanings of 靡
mí(mi2)
primary
1to scatter, to disperse; to divide
2to waste (money)
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About 靡
靡Simplified
19Strokes
非Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 靡
Usage Notes
This character is often used in formal contexts to discuss wealth and lifestyle choices. Learners should avoid confusing it with similar-sounding characters. In phrases, it often pairs with terms related to extravagance or fashion.
HSK Study Tips
Though 靡 isn't included in the HSK levels, its meaning connects well with vocabulary around lifestyle and spending. Students should focus on related adjectives and verbs that describe behaviors associated with money and fashion.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 靡 with similar characters like 迷 (mí), which means 'to be lost' or 'to be infatuated'. It's important to focus on the meaning of extravagance for correct usage.
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Phonosemantic compound. 非 represents the meaning and 麻 represents the sound.
1The meaning half非 carries the sense.
2The sound half麻 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaywrong
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 靡?
Decomposition of 靡
IDS Structure⿸麻非
靡Full Character
=
麻ma2
enclosing
非Fei1
inner
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 靡?
How to say to scatter, to disperse; to divide in Chinese
“to scatter, to disperse; to divide” in Chinese is靡mí
The character 靡 (mí) conveys the idea of scattering or dispersing, often in the context of wastefulness or extravagance. It can refer to the act of going along with fashion trends or spending money recklessly, indicating a lack of restraint.
When to use 靡
This character is often used in formal contexts to discuss wealth and lifestyle choices. Learners should avoid confusing it with similar-sounding characters. In phrases, it often pairs with terms related to extravagance or fashion.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 靡 with similar characters like 迷 (mí), which means 'to be lost' or 'to be infatuated'. It's important to focus on the meaning of extravagance for correct usage.
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靡
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Grammar Patterns of 靡
靡 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. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
他在18个月的奢____生活中挥霍了533,000英镑。
He blew £533,000 in an 18-month orgy of spending.
Example Sentences for 靡 (5)
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他在18个月的奢靡生活中挥霍了533,000英镑。
tā zài18 18 gè yuè de shē mí shēng huó zhōng huī huò533,000 le 533,000。
