恰 (qià) - appropriate, proper, suitable & exactly, just

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qià ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

器情

恰 · qià

appropriate, proper, suitable;

exactly, just;

in Chinese grammar, it can function as an adverb meaning 'just now' or 'exactly'.

appropriate, proper, suitableexactly, justin Chinese grammar, it can function as an

Usage highlights

just rightcoincidentallyappropriate to the situationjust likeexactly at that timesuitable expression

Synonyms

  • 适— suitable, fit
  • 合— appropriate, matching
  • 宜— proper, fitting

Antonyms

  • 过— excessive, over
  • 欠— lacking, deficient

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This is just right (恰到好处).
  • I arrived at just the right moment (恰巧).
  • He spoke with just the right tone (恰如其分).
  • The weather is just perfect (恰好的天气).

Collocations

  • just right(恰好)
  • coincidentally(恰巧)
  • appropriate to the situation(恰如其分)
  • just like(恰似)
  • exactly at that time(恰当时)
  • suitable expression(恰当的表述)

Idioms

  • Just perfect(恰到好处)
  • Exactly as it should be(恰如其分)
  • Just like a beautiful woman(恰似佳人)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character conveys a sense of precision and appropriateness, valued in Chinese philosophy and etiquette.
  • Often used in contexts where timing, measure, or suitability is emphasized, reflecting the cultural importance of harmony and balance.

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