机 (jī) - machine & mechanism
机 · jī
machine;
mechanism;
opportunity;
crucial moment;
aircraft;
flexible;
quick-witted
machinemechanismopportunity
Usage highlights
airplanecomputeropportunitymachinemechanismorganic
Usage & contexts
Examples
- This is a computer (计算机).
- The plane is taking off (飞机起飞).
- Seize the opportunity (抓住机会).
- He is very clever (他很机灵).
Collocations
- airplane(飞机)
- computer(计算机)
- opportunity(机会)
- machine(机器)
- mechanism(机制)
- organic(有机)
Idioms
- Seize the opportunity(机不可失)
- Miss an opportunity by a hair's breadth(失之交机)
- Change according to circumstances(随机应变)
- A golden opportunity(天赐良机)
- Take advantage of an opportunity(投机取巧)
Cultural background
FAQ- Originally meant the trigger mechanism of a crossbow, representing pivotal moments.
- In modern context, strongly associated with technology, machinery, and aviation.
- Represents adaptability and quick thinking in traditional Chinese values.