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偈 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
偈jìbrave; martial; hasty; scuddingzg, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jìBuddhist hymnunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jìforcefulunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jìgathaunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jìBuddhist verseunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jiébrave; martial; hasty; scuddingzg, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jiéBuddhist hymnunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jiéforcefulunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jiégathaunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
偈jiéBuddhist verseunknown, 11 strokes, radical 亻
jì(ji4)
primary
T4
  1. 1brave; martial; hasty; scudding
  2. 2Buddhist hymn
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March 24, 2026

偈jì(ji4)

The character 偈 (jì) primarily refers to a type of Buddhist verse or hymn, often associated with teachings and philosophy. It can also convey meanings related to bravery, forcefulness, and hastiness, suggesting qualities of martial spirit. In common usage, it is most often found in religious or poetic contexts.

Strokes11Radical亻
Cultural Note

In Chinese Buddhism, 偈 refers to verses that encapsulate profound teachings, often recited during meditation or ceremonies, reflecting the integration of poetry and spirituality in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a brave warrior (the radical 偏旁 representing 'bravery') reciting a powerful hymn (the meaning of 偈) while charging into battle. The sound 'jì' can be remembered as the 'g' in 'guitar', which he strums to uplift his spirit.

Meanings of 偈

jì(ji4)
primary
1brave; martial; hasty; scudding
2Buddhist hymn
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About 偈

偈Simplified
11Strokes
亻Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 偈

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 偈 with similar-sounding characters. It is generally used in formal contexts, particularly in Buddhist literature. Be mindful of its tone; a common mistake is to pronounce it incorrectly as 'jǐ'.

HSK Study Tips

Though not part of the HSK vocabulary list, understanding 偈 can enhance your grasp of religious texts in Mandarin. Focus on its use in context with other Buddhist terms to build a more cohesive understanding of related concepts.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is using 偈 in a casual conversation, which can sound out of place. Instead, use it in contexts related to Buddhism or poetry. Another mistake is mispronouncing it as 'jǐ', which changes its meaning significantly.

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Etymology of 偈

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Decomposition of 偈

IDS Structure⿰亻曷
偈Full Character
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亻ren2
left
曷he2
right
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How to say brave; martial; hasty; scudding in Chinese

“brave; martial; hasty; scudding” in Chinese is偈jì

The character 偈 (jì) primarily refers to a type of Buddhist verse or hymn, often associated with teachings and philosophy. It can also convey meanings related to bravery, forcefulness, and hastiness, suggesting qualities of martial spirit. In common usage, it is most often found in religious or poetic contexts.

When to use 偈

Learners often confuse 偈 with similar-sounding characters. It is generally used in formal contexts, particularly in Buddhist literature. Be mindful of its tone; a common mistake is to pronounce it incorrectly as 'jǐ'.

What learners get wrong

A common mistake is using 偈 in a casual conversation, which can sound out of place. Instead, use it in contexts related to Buddhism or poetry. Another mistake is mispronouncing it as 'jǐ', which changes its meaning significantly.

Write 偈

偈

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Word Family of 偈

Words Containing This Character1
偈jìgatha
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Compound Meaning

What does 偈 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 偈

It's mainly used in Buddhist texts and discussions, often relating to hymns or teachings.

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