Meanings of 懿
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AI Study Notes for 懿
Imagine a wise sage (the character ‘亻’ on the left) who embodies virtue and restraint, and is admired by all. The right side ‘意’ (meaning intention) suggests that this sage's admirable qualities stem from pure intentions.
While 懿 is not commonly used in everyday conversations, it may appear in literary or formal contexts, especially when discussing someone's character. Be cautious of the tone; it can be confused with similar-sounding words that have different meanings.
As an uncommon character, 懿 is not included in the HSK levels, but it connects to the theme of qualities and virtues found in higher HSK levels. Students should focus on its usage in classical texts and writings that emphasize moral virtues.
In traditional Chinese culture, virtues such as respect and admiration for one's character are highly valued, often reflected in historical texts and teachings. The concept of virtuous behavior is integral to Confucian teachings, which influence modern societal values.
Learners often confuse 懿 with similar characters like 义 (yì, justice) due to their similar pronunciations. For instance, saying '他的懿很强' (His righteousness is strong) is incorrect; the correct form would be '他的义很强' (His sense of justice is strong).
Pronunciation of 懿
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Etymology of 懿
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Decomposition of 懿
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Grammar Patterns of 懿
懿 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Complete the Sentence
确保____行得到嘉奖。
Make sure that good behaviour is rewarded.
Example Sentences for 懿 (1)
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Make sure that good behaviour is rewarded.
Cultural Notes for 懿
In traditional Chinese culture, virtues such as respect and admiration for one's character are highly valued, often reflected in historical texts and teachings. The concept of virtuous behavior is integral to Confucian teachings, which influence modern societal values.
Word Family of 懿
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Frequently Asked Questions about 懿
You can use 懿 to describe someone's positive characteristics, such as '他是一个懿德的人' (He is a person of admirable virtue).
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