(xīn) - Admire, delight in, enjoy — to appreciate or & often used in names to express admiration or

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xīn | 13 strokes | radical:

· xīn

Admire, delight in, enjoy — to appreciate or take pleasure in something;

often used in names to express admiration or joy.

Admire, delight in, enjoy — to appreciate oroften used in names to express admiration or

Usage highlights

Admire and envyEnjoy the sacrificeTake pleasure inDelight in virtueAppreciate beautyEnjoy the offering

Synonyms

  • admire, yearn for
  • envy, admire
  • appreciate, enjoy

Antonyms

  • dislike, detest
  • hate, loathe

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He admires your talent (歆羡).
  • She enjoys the beautiful scenery (歆享美景).
  • The emperor was pleased with the offering (歆享祭祀).
  • They take delight in music (歆享音乐).

Collocations

  • Admire and envy(歆羡)
  • Enjoy the sacrifice(歆享)
  • Take pleasure in(歆慕)
  • Delight in virtue(歆德)
  • Appreciate beauty(歆美)
  • Enjoy the offering(歆飨)

Idioms

  • Admire virtue and delight in righteousness(歆德慕义)
  • Take pleasure in goodness(歆善)
  • Enjoy the fragrance(歆香)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally used in ancient sacrificial contexts to describe spirits enjoying offerings.
  • In naming, conveys appreciation for beauty, virtue, or talent.
  • Often used in literary and classical Chinese contexts.

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