厶 (sī) - private, secret & ancient form of 私 (private)

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sī ｜ 2 strokes ｜ radical: 厶

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厶 · sī

private, secret;

ancient form of 私 (private);

used as a component in many characters.

private, secretancient form of 私 (private)used as a component in many characters.

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 私— private, personal

Antonyms

  • 公— public, official

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This matter is private (私事).
  • Ancient script used 厶 for private (私).
  • It appears as a component in characters like 去 (to go).

Collocations

  • private(私)
  • selfish(自私)
  • to go(去)
  • to participate(参)
  • cloud(云)
  • able(能)

Idioms

  • Selfish and self-interested(自私自利)
  • To go from public to private(公私去就)
  • Seeking private gain(牟取私利)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally depicted a coiled object, representing something private or personal.
  • Serves as both a standalone character and a common component in compound characters.
  • Often carries connotations of privacy, self-interest, or concealment.

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