祈 (qí) - to pray & to request

祈Tone 2

qí ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 礻

七器

祈 · qí

to pray;

to request;

to beseech;

to hope earnestly.

to prayto requestto beseech

Usage highlights

to prayto request earnestlyto hope forto wishprayerprayer hall

Synonyms

  • 祷— to pray
  • 求— to request; to seek
  • 愿— to wish; hope

Antonyms

  • 咒— to curse
  • 诅— to诅咒; to imprecate

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • They pray for peace (祈祷和平).
  • I request your help (祈求帮助).
  • She hopes for good weather (祈盼好天气).
  • We wish you a happy new year (祈愿新年快乐).

Collocations

  • to pray(祈祷)
  • to request earnestly(祈求)
  • to hope for(祈盼)
  • to wish(祈愿)
  • prayer(祈文)
  • prayer hall(祈殿)

Idioms

  • Praying for clear skies(祈晴祷雨)
  • Heartfelt prayers(心祈诚祷)
  • Burning incense and praying(焚香祈祷)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in religious or solemn contexts, involving deities or higher powers.
  • Common in traditional ceremonies for blessings, good harvest, or protection.
  • Reflects a cultural emphasis on harmony with nature and spiritual reverence.

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