Is 惜 commonly used in names?

Yes, it is used in both male and female names, often to convey a sense of cherishing, valuing, or being thoughtful.

What are common name pairings with 惜?

It pairs well with characters that emphasize positive qualities or relationships.

Does 惜 have negative connotations?

While primarily positive (cherishing), it can also imply regret or reluctance, which should be considered in name contexts.

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惜 · xī

To cherish;

to treasure;

to value highly;

to regret;

to be sparing with;

to feel sorry for.

To cherishto treasureto value highly

Usage highlights

To cherishTo regretTo cherish timeTo cherish talentTo cherish lifeTo be sparing with words

Synonyms

珍— treasure, value
爱— love, cherish
怜— pity, sympathize

Antonyms

浪费— waste, squander
挥霍— spend extravagantly

Usage & contexts

Examples

I cherish every moment with my family (珍惜).
Don't waste time (惜时).
He regretted missing the opportunity (惋惜).
She is sparing with her words (惜字如金).

Collocations

To cherish(珍惜)
To regret(惋惜)
To cherish time(惜时)
To cherish talent(惜才)
To cherish life(惜命)
To be sparing with words(惜字如金)

Idioms

To cherish every bit(惜墨如金)
To cherish the past and yearn for the future(惜古怀今)
To regret having known someone too late(相见恨晚)
To be unwilling to part(依依惜别)

Cultural background

FAQ

Reflects Confucian values of frugality and appreciation for resources, time, and relationships.
Commonly used in contexts emphasizing the importance of not wasting opportunities or resources.
Often appears in literary works expressing regret or nostalgia.

惜 (xī) - To cherish & to treasure