HSK 7, a, 11 strokes, radical 宀, rank #20039, Hard
寂
jì
solitary
HSK 7, a, 11 strokes, radical 宀, rank #20039, Hard
寂
jì
Taiwan pr. [jí]
HSK 7, a, 11 strokes, radical 宀, rank #20039, Hard
寂
jì
still, silent, quiet, desolate
HSK 7, a, 11 strokes, radical 宀, rank #20039, Hard
寂
jì
Taiwan pr. [ji2]
HSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, radical 宀, rank #20039, Hard
jì(ji4) T4
1silent
2solitary
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March 24, 2026
寂jì(ji4)
The character 寂 (jì) primarily means 'silent' or 'quiet.' It conveys a sense of solitude or desolation, often used to describe an environment devoid of sound or activity. In literature, it can evoke deep emotional states of loneliness or introspection.
Strokes11Radical宀Frequency#20039DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and philosophy, 寂 is often associated with tranquility and the deep reflection found in nature. It connects to the concept of 'wu wei' (effortless action), where silence and stillness lead to greater understanding.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'silent' monk meditating alone in a quiet temple. The left part, '寂,' resembles a roof over a solitary figure, emphasizing the stillness and solitude of the scene, while the sound 'jì' can be remembered as a 'gentle whisper' in the quiet.
Meanings of 寂
jì(ji4)
1silent
2solitary
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About 寂
寂Simplified
11Strokes
宀Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#20039Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7
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AI Study Notes for 寂
Quick Contrast
寂 (jì) vs 清 (qīng) — use 寂 for a sense of silence or solitude, while 清 refers to clarity or purity.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'silent' monk meditating alone in a quiet temple. The left part, '寂,' resembles a roof over a solitary figure, emphasizing the stillness and solitude of the scene, while the sound 'jì' can be remembered as a 'gentle whisper' in the quiet.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 寂 with similar characters like 静 (jìng), which also means quiet but with a focus on calmness. Use 寂 in more poetic or emotional contexts, while 静 is more common in everyday conversations. Be careful with tones; mispronouncing it as 'jí' can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
While 寂 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with HSK Level 4 words like 孤独 (gūdú, loneliness) and 静 (jìng, quiet). Focus on using it in literary contexts to enhance your vocabulary and express nuanced feelings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and philosophy, 寂 is often associated with tranquility and the deep reflection found in nature. It connects to the concept of 'wu wei' (effortless action), where silence and stillness lead to greater understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 寂 with other similar-sounding words like 静. For example, saying '我觉得很静' (wǒ juédé hěn jìng) instead of '我觉得很寂寞' (wǒ juédé hěn jìmò) when expressing loneliness can lead to misunderstanding.
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Grammar Patterns of 寂
寂 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 5 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
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一声尖叫打破了这可怕的沉____。
The unearthly silence was broken by a shrill screaming.
Example Sentences for 寂 (10)
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1
一声尖叫打破了这可怕的沉寂。
yī shēng jiān jiào dǎ pò le zhè kě pà de chén jì。
The unearthly silence was broken by a shrill screaming.
The creaking of the hinges sounded very loud in that silence.
7
突然一声嗥叫划破了寂静.
tū rán yī shēng háo jiào huá pò le jì jìng.
A sudden howl pierced the silence.
8
除了时钟的滴答声外,一片寂静.
chú le shí zhōng de dī dá shēng wài, , yī piàn jì.
The silence was broken only by the tick of the clock.
9
当我们向大家寻求建议时，得到的只是一片死寂的沉默。
dāng wǒ mén xiàng dà jiā xún qiú jiàn yì shí， ， dé dào de zhī shì yī piàn sǐ jì de chén。
When we ask people for suggestions we get a deafening silence.
10
她带着他们走进一条空寂无人的小巷。
tā dài zháo tā mén zǒu jìn yī tiáo kōng jì wú rén de xiǎo xiàng。
She led them into a deserted sidestreet.
Cultural Notes for 寂
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese poetry and philosophy, 寂 is often associated with tranquility and the deep reflection found in nature. It connects to the concept of 'wu wei' (effortless action), where silence and stillness lead to greater understanding.
Word Family of 寂
Compounds1
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Words Containing This Character15
寂寞jìmòlonely
寂静jìjìngquiet寂靜
寂jìsilent
沉寂silence
孤寂lonesome
寂寥lonely
静寂quiet靜寂
不甘寂寞unwilling to be left out
万籁俱寂not a sound to be heard (idiom)萬籟俱寂
死寂deathly stillness
寂然silent
圆寂death圓寂
冷寂lonely
枯寂dull and lonely
阒寂still闃寂
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Compound Meaning
What does 寂寞 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 寂
It is pronounced 'jì' with a falling tone.
Yes, but it's more common in literary or poetic contexts rather than everyday speech.
寂 emphasizes solitude and silence, while 安静 (ānjìng) focuses more on calmness and stillness.
