宜 (yí) - suitable & fitting

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yí ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 宀

一懿

宜 · yí

suitable;

fitting;

proper;

appropriate;

ought to;

should

suitablefittingproper

Usage highlights

suitableappropriateproperought tolivabletimely

Synonyms

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This place is suitable for living (宜居).
  • The price is reasonable (价格适宜).
  • It's advisable to go early (宜早去).
  • This is a very appropriate time (时机很适宜).

Collocations

  • suitable(适宜)
  • appropriate(适宜)
  • proper(适宜)
  • ought to(宜)
  • livable(宜居)
  • timely(合宜)

Idioms

  • Everything goes well(万事皆宜)
  • Suitable for both refined and popular tastes(雅俗共宜)
  • Everything is appropriate(诸事合宜)
  • Suitable for both young and old(老少皆宜)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese culture, '宜' is often used in almanacs and fortune-telling to indicate auspicious times and favorable conditions.
  • The character appears in many classical texts emphasizing the importance of proper timing and suitability in human affairs.
  • In feng shui, '宜' denotes favorable arrangements and directions.

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