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March 24, 2026
侈chǐ(chi3)
The character 侈 (chǐ) refers to extravagance or luxury, often with a negative connotation of wastefulness or excess. It can describe a lifestyle, spending habits, or even expressions that are exaggerated or ostentatious, making it useful in discussions about consumer behavior and social values.
Strokes8Radical亻Frequency#69114DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of 侈 is often viewed negatively, as frugality and modesty are valued. The phrase '节俭持家' (jie jian chi jia, frugal and manage the household) contrasts sharply with the idea of being 侈.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wealthy person wearing a very extravagant coat (侈) that is so large and lavish that it could fit multiple people. The '𠂇' (person) radical reminds you that this character relates to people and their lavish behaviors.
Meanings of 侈
chǐ(chi3)
1extravagant
2wasteful
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About 侈
侈Simplified
8Strokes
亻Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
#65535Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 侈
Quick Contrast
奢 (shē) - use 侈 (chǐ) when emphasizing wastefulness or excess in a negative context, while 奢 (shē) focuses more on luxury without the same negative implication.
Usage Notes
侈 is generally used in more formal contexts and can appear in literary or academic discussions about materialism. Common collocations include 侈华 (chǐhuá, extravagant luxury) and 侈言 (chǐyán, exaggerated speech). Be cautious with tone, as the third tone can easily blend into a different meaning in rapid speech.
HSK Study Tips
While 侈 is not included in the HSK levels, it could be beneficial for HSK 4-5 learners focusing on vocabulary related to lifestyle and societal critiques. Students should also explore synonyms and antonyms to deepen their understanding of extravagance versus moderation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 侈 with the similar-sounding 奢 (shē), which also means luxury but carries a more neutral tone. An incorrect usage would be saying '他过得很侈' instead of '他过得很奢'.
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1The giveawayA person 亻 with more than they need 多
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 侈?
Decomposition of 侈
IDS Structure⿰亻多
侈Full Character
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亻ren2
left
多duo1
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 侈?
How to say extravagant in Chinese
“extravagant” in Chinese is侈chǐ
The character 侈 (chǐ) refers to extravagance or luxury, often with a negative connotation of wastefulness or excess. It can describe a lifestyle, spending habits, or even expressions that are exaggerated or ostentatious, making it useful in discussions about consumer behavior and social values.
When to use 侈
侈 is generally used in more formal contexts and can appear in literary or academic discussions about materialism. Common collocations include 侈华 (chǐhuá, extravagant luxury) and 侈言 (chǐyán, exaggerated speech). Be cautious with tone, as the third tone can easily blend into a different meaning in rapid speech.
侈 or something close to it
奢 (shē) - use 侈 (chǐ) when emphasizing wastefulness or excess in a negative context, while 奢 (shē) focuses more on luxury without the same negative implication.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 侈 with the similar-sounding 奢 (shē), which also means luxury but carries a more neutral tone. An incorrect usage would be saying '他过得很侈' instead of '他过得很奢'.
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侈
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Grammar Patterns of 侈
侈 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 4 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
这种奢____的滑石润肤露能使缺水的皮肤恢复柔软与弹性。
This luxurious talcum lotion restores softness and suppleness to dehydrated skin.
Example Sentences for 侈 (10)
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这种奢侈的滑石润肤露能使缺水的皮肤恢复柔软与弹性。
zhè zhǒng shē chǐ de huá shí rùn fū lòu néng shǐ quē shuǐ de pí fū huī fù róu ruǎn yǔ dàn xìng。
This luxurious talcum lotion restores softness and suppleness to dehydrated skin.
