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March 24, 2026
忕shì(shi4)
The character 忕 (shì) refers to the idea of being accustomed to certain behaviors or habits, often with a nuance of extravagance or luxury. It indicates a state where one is so used to a particular way of living or behaving that it becomes a habitual norm, sometimes implying excess or opulence in lifestyle choices.
Strokes6Radical忄Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of being accustomed to luxury can reflect societal values around wealth and success, particularly in urban areas. The emphasis on habits also ties into traditional beliefs about self-cultivation and personal development.
Memory Tip
Imagine a luxurious home where someone is so accustomed to extravagant living that they have a 'habit' of sipping tea in a golden cup. The character 忕 combines the radical 忄 (heart) suggesting emotions or habits, with the component '士' which resembles a 'gentleman' living lavishly.
Meanings of 忕
shì(shi4)
primary
1habit; accustomed to
2extravagant
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忕Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a luxurious home where someone is so accustomed to extravagant living that they have a 'habit' of sipping tea in a golden cup. The character 忕 combines the radical 忄 (heart) suggesting emotions or habits, with the component '士' which resembles a 'gentleman' living lavishly.
Usage Notes
It's important to use 忕 in contexts that emphasize habits or luxuries, as it may not fit well in more casual or everyday discussions. Students might confuse 忕 with similar characters, so focusing on its unique connotations of extravagance is vital.
HSK Study Tips
While 忕 is not a designated HSK word, understanding it can enhance vocabulary related to lifestyles and habits. Learners should focus on recognizing the character in reading contexts that discuss lifestyle topics, as it may appear in literature or discussions about luxury.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of being accustomed to luxury can reflect societal values around wealth and success, particularly in urban areas. The emphasis on habits also ties into traditional beliefs about self-cultivation and personal development.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 忕 with the character 习 (xí), which means 'to practice,' leading to incorrect usages like '我习奢华' instead of '我习惯奢华,' meaning 'I am accustomed to luxury.'
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Cultural Notes for 忕
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In Chinese culture, the concept of being accustomed to luxury can reflect societal values around wealth and success, particularly in urban areas. The emphasis on habits also ties into traditional beliefs about self-cultivation and personal development.
Word Family of 忕
Words Containing This Character1
忕shìhabit
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Frequently Asked Questions about 忕
You can say '他习惯了奢华的生活' (Tā xíguànle shēhuá de shēnghuó) meaning 'He is accustomed to a luxurious life.'
Synonyms include 习惯 (xíguàn) for 'habit' and 奢华 (shēhuá) for 'luxury,' depending on the context.
It is more often found in literary or formal discussions rather than in everyday conversation.
