憴 (shéng) - Cautious, careful, vigilant & also used to describe a state of being

憴Tone 2

shéng ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

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憴 · shéng

Cautious, careful, vigilant;

also used to describe a state of being alert and watchful.

Cautious, careful, vigilantalso used to describe a state of being

Usage highlights

Cautious and carefulVigilant and alertPrudent attitudeWatchful mindCareful consideration

Synonyms

  • 慎— cautious, careful
  • 谨— prudent, discreet
  • 惕— vigilant, alert

Antonyms

  • 莽— rash, reckless
  • 粗— careless, rough

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He is always cautious in his work (工作憴慎).
  • She remained vigilant throughout the night (整夜憴惕).
  • A careful approach is needed for this task (需要憴慎的方法).

Collocations

  • Cautious and careful(憴慎)
  • Vigilant and alert(憴惕)
  • Prudent attitude(憴谨的态度)
  • Watchful mind(憴戒之心)
  • Careful consideration(憴思)

Idioms

  • Be cautious and prudent(憴慎从事)
  • Maintain constant vigilance(常怀憴惕)
  • Act with careful deliberation(憴谨行事)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character 憴 embodies traditional values of prudence and vigilance in Chinese culture.
  • It reflects Confucian ideals of careful conduct and moral watchfulness.
  • Often used in contexts emphasizing the importance of caution and deliberation.

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