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Be mindful that 凱 is often used in formal contexts, such as in news reports about sports victories or achievements. A common collocation is '凯旋而归' (kǎixuán ér guī), meaning 'to return triumphantly.' Avoid mixing it with characters that imply defeat or failure.
Though 凱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects well with other victory-related characters like 赢 (yíng - to win) and 胜 (shèng - to win/defeat). Focus on understanding its usage in positive contexts and phrases to enhance vocabulary around success.
Learners may confuse 凱 (kǎi) with characters like 败 (bài - defeat) due to phonetic similarities, leading to incorrect usage. A correct example is '他取得了凱' (tā qǔdéle kǎi - He achieved victory), not '他取得了败' (tā qǔdéle bài - He achieved defeat).
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Etymology of 凱
Simplified form of 凱. Phonosemantic compound. 几 represents the meaning and 豈 represents the sound.
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Simplified form of 凱. Phonosemantic compound. 几 represents the meaning and 豈 represents the sound.
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How to say triumphant; triumph, victory in Chinese
“triumphant; triumph, victory” in Chinese is凱
The character 凱 (kǎi) signifies triumph and victory, often used in contexts celebrating success or achievement. It conveys a sense of joy and accomplishment, and is frequently seen in phrases related to winning or achieving goals.
When to use 凱
Be mindful that 凱 is often used in formal contexts, such as in news reports about sports victories or achievements. A common collocation is '凯旋而归' (kǎixuán ér guī), meaning 'to return triumphantly.' Avoid mixing it with characters that imply defeat or failure.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 凱 (kǎi) with characters like 败 (bài - defeat) due to phonetic similarities, leading to incorrect usage. A correct example is '他取得了凱' (tā qǔdéle kǎi - He achieved victory), not '他取得了败' (tā qǔdéle bài - He achieved defeat).
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Frequently Asked Questions about 凱
You can say '他在比赛中取得了凱旋' (tā zài bǐsài zhōng qǔdéle kǎixuán), meaning 'He achieved victory in the competition.'
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