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March 24, 2026
睢suī(Sui1)
The character 睢 (suī) primarily means 'to gaze at' or 'to stare at.' It can also imply a sense of being uninhibited or free-spirited. Additionally, it is used as a surname, specifically 'Sui,' which can be relevant in contexts discussing family names or genealogy.
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Cultural Note
In classical Chinese poetry, the act of gazing is often tied to themes of longing or admiration, making 睢 a character that can evoke deep emotional connections in literary works.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person gazing at a beautiful sunset, their eyes wide open, embodying the act of staring (睢). The character '目' (eye) is a radical in '睢,' emphasizing the action of looking. Picture the 'Sui' sunset, where the vibrant colors symbolize uninhibited beauty.
Meanings of 睢
suī(Sui1)
1to gaze at, to stare at; uninhibited
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person gazing at a beautiful sunset, their eyes wide open, embodying the act of staring (睢). The character '目' (eye) is a radical in '睢,' emphasizing the action of looking. Picture the 'Sui' sunset, where the vibrant colors symbolize uninhibited beauty.
Usage Notes
When using 睢, be mindful of its formal tone, as it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. It's often found in literary or poetic contexts. Common collocations include phrases that describe gazing or staring in a more artistic or expressive manner, such as '睢视' (to gaze attentively).
HSK Study Tips
Although 睢 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it can be related to Level 4 vocabulary that focuses on verbs of perception and emotions. Students should focus on recognizing the character's components and its use in literary texts for better comprehension.
Cultural Note
In classical Chinese poetry, the act of gazing is often tied to themes of longing or admiration, making 睢 a character that can evoke deep emotional connections in literary works.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 睢 with similar-looking characters. For example, mixing it up with 瞎 (xiā), which means 'blind' or 'to be blindfolded.' Remember, 睢 focuses on the act of gazing rather than the absence of sight.
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Cultural Notes for 睢
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In classical Chinese poetry, the act of gazing is often tied to themes of longing or admiration, making 睢 a character that can evoke deep emotional connections in literary works.
Word Family of 睢
Words Containing This Character6
睢suīsurname Sui
睢宁Suining county in Xuzhou 徐州[Xúzhōu], Jiangsu睢寧
睢阳Suiyang district of Shangqiu city 商丘市[Shāngqiūshì], Henan睢陽
睢宁县Suining county in Xuzhou 徐州[Xúzhōu], Jiangsu睢寧縣
睢县Sui county in Shangqiu 商丘[Shāngqiū], Henan睢縣
睢阳区Suiyang district of Shangqiu city 商丘市[Shāngqiūshì], Henan睢陽區
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Frequently Asked Questions about 睢
The correct pronunciation is 'suī' with a high level tone.
While it can be used, it's more common in literary contexts, so consider using simpler terms for daily use.
Yes, it can be a surname, but it is less common compared to other Chinese surnames.
