屖 (xī) - Patient, enduring & slow, leisurely

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屖 · xī

Patient, enduring;

slow, leisurely;

archaic term for a type of headdress.

Patient, enduringslow, leisurelyarchaic term for a type of headdress.

Usage highlights

Patient and enduringLeisurely paceSlow and steadyAncient headdressRemain calmEnduring hardship

Synonyms

  • 耐— endure, bear
  • 忍— forbear, tolerate
  • 缓— slow, gradual

Antonyms

  • 急— urgent, hasty
  • 躁— impatient, restless

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He remained patient and calm (屖迟).
  • The procession moved at a leisurely pace (屖步).
  • Ancient ceremonial headdress (屖冠).

Collocations

  • Patient and enduring(屖耐)
  • Leisurely pace(屖步)
  • Slow and steady(屖缓)
  • Ancient headdress(屖冠)
  • Remain calm(屖然)
  • Enduring hardship(屖苦)

Idioms

  • Patient and enduring hardship(屖耐艰苦)
  • Leisurely and carefree(屖然自得)
  • Slow but steady progress(屖缓而进)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical texts describing patience and endurance as virtues.
  • Used in ancient contexts referring to ceremonial headgear.
  • Rarely used in modern Chinese, primarily found in historical or literary works.

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