(chì) - Disturbed, uneasy, restless — describes a state of

Tone 4

chì | 14 strokes | radical:

· chì

Disturbed, uneasy, restless — describes a state of mental agitation or restlessness.

Disturbed, uneasy, restless — describes a state of

Usage highlights

Restless and uneasyDisturbed and agitatedUneasy stateRestless mindAgitated expression

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He felt quite disturbed (憏憏不安).
  • She had a restless night (憏憏不宁).
  • The news left him uneasy (憏憏不安).

Collocations

  • Restless and uneasy(憏憏不安)
  • Disturbed and agitated(憏憏不宁)
  • Uneasy state(憏憏状态)
  • Restless mind(憏憏之心)
  • Agitated expression(憏憏之色)

Idioms

  • Restless and uneasy(憏憏不安)
  • Disturbed and agitated(憏憏不宁)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A relatively rare character in modern usage, primarily appearing in classical or literary contexts.
  • Often used to describe psychological states of unease or mental disturbance.
  • The character combines the heart/mind radical (忄) with 祭, suggesting a connection to ritual or ceremonial agitation.

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