翕 (xī) - To close & to shut

翕Tone 1

xī ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

万响

翕 · xī

To close;

to shut;

to gather together;

harmonious;

to unite.

To closeto shutto gather together

Usage highlights

Close and openGather togetherHarmonious and unitedFold wingsConvergeConcentrate one's strength

Synonyms

  • 合— to close; to join
  • 聚— to gather; to assemble
  • 闭— to shut; to close

Antonyms

  • 张— to open; to spread
  • 散— to scatter; to disperse
  • 开— to open

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The petals close at night (花瓣翕合).
  • They gathered together to discuss (他们翕聚讨论).
  • The bird folds its wings (鸟儿翕翼).

Collocations

  • Close and open(翕张)
  • Gather together(翕聚)
  • Harmonious and united(翕然)
  • Fold wings(翕翼)
  • Converge(翕合)
  • Concentrate one's strength(翕力)

Idioms

  • Unanimous in opinion(翕然从之)
  • Breathing in and out(吐故纳新，翕张有度)
  • Gather like clouds(云集翕合)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In classical texts, 翕 often describes the harmonious gathering of people or the natural movement of things closing or uniting.
  • The character appears in philosophical contexts, representing the principle of convergence and harmony in nature.
  • Used in descriptions of bird movements, particularly the folding of wings, reflecting observation of nature.

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