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March 24, 2026
迤yí(yi2)
The character 迤 (yí) primarily conveys the idea of something that winds or meanders, often used to describe a path or route that is not straight. It can also imply the act of extending or stretching, especially in a winding manner, and is often found in literary contexts or descriptions of nature.
Strokes8Radical辶Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, nature is often described in poetic terms, with words like 迤 reflecting the beauty of landscapes, such as winding rivers or paths in the countryside, which are celebrated in classical literature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a winding river that lazily stretches through the landscape. The shape of the character 迤 resembles a river meandering through hills, with the right side suggesting movement and flow, which helps you remember its meaning of winding.
Meanings of 迤
yí(yi2)
primary
1winding, meandering
2extending to
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迤Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 迤
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a winding river that lazily stretches through the landscape. The shape of the character 迤 resembles a river meandering through hills, with the right side suggesting movement and flow, which helps you remember its meaning of winding.
Usage Notes
Learners should note that 迤 is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is more prevalent in literary or poetic contexts. It is important to pair it with verbs that suggest movement or direction. Be careful with pronunciation; the second tone can change the word's meaning in compound phrases.
HSK Study Tips
While 迤 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be related to other words describing movement or shape at this level. Students should focus on recognizing its components and practicing its pronunciation in context.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, nature is often described in poetic terms, with words like 迤 reflecting the beauty of landscapes, such as winding rivers or paths in the countryside, which are celebrated in classical literature.
Common Mistakes
A common error is confusing 迤 with similar-sounding characters like 怡 (yí), which means joy or harmony. For example, saying '我喜欢迤的生活' (wǒ xǐhuān yǐ de shēnghuó) instead of '我喜欢怡的生活' (I like a joyful life) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar Patterns of 迤
迤 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.
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Complete the Sentence
东五峰山, 形如笔架, ____逦清秀, 直插云天.
East Wufengshan, shaped like a penholder, meandering handsome, straight into the sky.
In Chinese culture, nature is often described in poetic terms, with words like 迤 reflecting the beauty of landscapes, such as winding rivers or paths in the countryside, which are celebrated in classical literature.
Word Family of 迤
Words Containing This Character3
迤yíwinding
逶迤curved
迤逦meandering迤邐
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Compound Meaning
What does 迤 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 迤
You can say '山路迤逦' (shān lù yí lǐ), which means 'the mountain path winds.'
No, it is more commonly found in literary contexts rather than in everyday conversations.
Yes, you might encounter words like 曲折 (qūzhé), which also means winding or twisting.
