unknown, 13 strokes, radical 彳, rank #70615, Very Hard
徯
xī
wait for
unknown, 13 strokes, radical 彳, rank #70615, Very Hard
xī(xi1) T1
1to await, to expect, to hope
2footpath
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March 24, 2026
徯xī(xi1)
The character 徯 (xī) primarily means 'to await' or 'to expect'. It conveys a sense of waiting for something with hope or anticipation, often used in contexts where patience is required. It can also refer to a footpath or a way that one might travel while waiting or expecting something.
Strokes13Radical彳Frequency#70615DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of waiting often has a deeper significance, such as in traditional practices where people wait for auspicious signs or events, reflecting a cultural value placed on patience and hope.
Memory Tip
Imagine a traveler (symbolized by the character's radical '行' which relates to walking) waiting at a crossroads (the '待' part) for a sign to guide them on the correct path. The sound 'xī' can remind you of 'see', as in, 'I hope to see the right path soon.'
Meanings of 徯
xī(xi1)
1to await, to expect, to hope
2footpath
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About 徯
徯Simplified
13Strokes
彳Radical
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AI Study Notes for 徯
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a traveler (symbolized by the character's radical '行' which relates to walking) waiting at a crossroads (the '待' part) for a sign to guide them on the correct path. The sound 'xī' can remind you of 'see', as in, 'I hope to see the right path soon.'
Usage Notes
A common mistake is to confuse 徯 with similar characters that also relate to waiting, such as 等 (děng), which can imply a more passive form of waiting. This character is rarely used in formal contexts, making it more suitable for conversational or literary uses. Pay attention to the tone; it is pronounced with a high level tone (xī).
HSK Study Tips
Although 徯 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other characters related to waiting or expectation found in HSK levels. Focus on its usage in sentences to better understand the nuances of waiting and hoping.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of waiting often has a deeper significance, such as in traditional practices where people wait for auspicious signs or events, reflecting a cultural value placed on patience and hope.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 徯 with other characters that have similar meanings. For instance, using 徯 when they mean 等 (děng) can lead to misunderstanding, as 徯 emphasizes hope while 等 is more about the act of waiting itself.
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Cultural Notes for 徯
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of waiting often has a deeper significance, such as in traditional practices where people wait for auspicious signs or events, reflecting a cultural value placed on patience and hope.
Word Family of 徯
Words Containing This Character1
徯xīfootpath
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Frequently Asked Questions about 徯
You can say '我在这里等你，期待你的到来' (I am waiting here, hoping for your arrival) to illustrate the concept of waiting with hope.
No, 徯 is not frequently used in everyday conversation and is more often found in literary contexts.
The tone for 徯 is high level (xī), so make sure to pronounce it with a steady high pitch.
