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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.
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.
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.
Pronunciation of 佚
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Etymology of 佚
To lose 失 a person 亻
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Case file: 佚
- 1The giveawayTo lose 失 a person 亻
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say to indulge in pleasures; to flee in Chinese
“to indulge in pleasures; to flee” in Chinese is佚
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.
When to use 佚
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.
What learners get wrong
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.
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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.
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