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March 24, 2026
佚dié(die2)
The character 佚 (dié) conveys several meanings, primarily focusing on indulgence in pleasures or the act of fleeing. It can also refer to a state of being forsaken or missing, and is historically linked to beauty and dissolute lifestyles, particularly in relation to women. This character can appear in both literary and historical contexts, often associated with themes of escape or the pursuit of pleasure.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese literature, characters like 佚 often symbolize the tension between societal expectations and the desire for freedom or pleasure, reflecting values in poetry and philosophy that appreciate the beauty of nature and solitude.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful woman (the character's association with beauty) running away from a party (indulgence in pleasures) to seek a hermit's life in the mountains. The radical 亻 (person) suggests a focus on individuals, while the form of the character resembles someone escaping into the wild.
Meanings of 佚
dié(die2)
primary
1to indulge in pleasures; to flee
2missing
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About 佚
佚Simplified
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亻Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 佚
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful woman (the character's association with beauty) running away from a party (indulgence in pleasures) to seek a hermit's life in the mountains. The radical 亻 (person) suggests a focus on individuals, while the form of the character resembles someone escaping into the wild.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 佚 (dié) with 逸 (yì), as they have similar meanings but different usages. This character is more formal and may not be often used in everyday conversation, so learners should be cautious about its context. It tends to appear in literary texts rather than casual speech.
HSK Study Tips
As 佚 (dié) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners at an intermediate level might focus on its connection with literary texts and similar characters like 逸 (yì). Understanding the nuances between these characters will enrich vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese literature, characters like 佚 often symbolize the tension between societal expectations and the desire for freedom or pleasure, reflecting values in poetry and philosophy that appreciate the beauty of nature and solitude.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 佚 (dié) with 逸 (yì), leading to incorrect meanings in context. For example, using 佚 to describe a carefree lifestyle when 逸 would be more appropriate can cause confusion.
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Grammar Patterns of 佚
佚 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 10 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.
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辑____本是现今我们了解《东观汉记》的重要途径.
It is an important access to Dong Guan Han Ji at present.
Example Sentences for 佚 (1)
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辑佚本是现今我们了解《东观汉记》的重要途径.
jí yì běn shì xiàn jīn wǒ mén le jiě《 《 dōng guān hàn》 jì 》 de zhòng yào.
It is an important access to Dong Guan Han Ji at present.
Cultural Notes for 佚
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese literature, characters like 佚 often symbolize the tension between societal expectations and the desire for freedom or pleasure, reflecting values in poetry and philosophy that appreciate the beauty of nature and solitude.
Word Family of 佚
Words Containing This Character3
佚diélost
亡佚nonextant
骄奢淫佚decadent驕奢淫佚
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Compound Meaning
What does 佚 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 佚
佚 can mean to indulge in pleasures, to flee, or to be forsaken. It also has associations with beauty and dissolute lifestyles.
You might find 佚 in literary works describing characters who seek pleasure or escape from society.
No, 佚 is more commonly found in classical texts and is less frequently used in everyday conversation.
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