愐 (miǎn) - to strive & to exert oneself

愐Tone 3

miǎn ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

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愐 · miǎn

to strive;

to exert oneself;

to be diligent;

to be conscientious;

to think deeply.

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Usage highlights

to strive diligentlyto think deeplyto encourage and strivediligent and conscientiousto exert effort

Synonyms

  • 勉— to exert oneself; to strive
  • 勤— diligent; industrious
  • 思— to think; to consider

Antonyms

  • 惰— lazy; indolent
  • 怠— idle; negligent

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He worked diligently to achieve his goals (愐力工作).
  • She pondered deeply about the problem (愐思).
  • The student was praised for his conscientious attitude (愐勉).

Collocations

  • to strive diligently(愐力)
  • to think deeply(愐思)
  • to encourage and strive(愐勉)
  • diligent and conscientious(勤愐)
  • to exert effort(加愐)

Idioms

  • To encourage and strive diligently(愐勉从事)
  • Deep thought and careful consideration(愐思熟虑)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character embodies the Confucian value of diligent self-cultivation and conscientious effort.
  • It reflects the traditional emphasis on thoughtful consideration before action.

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