() - Cleverness, wisdom, knowledge & astute and resourceful.

Tone 1

xū | 16 strokes | radical:

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Cleverness, wisdom, knowledge;

astute and resourceful.

Cleverness, wisdom, knowledgeastute and resourceful.

Usage highlights

Cleverness and wisdomResourceful and astuteStrategic wisdomKnowledge and intelligenceWitty and sharpShrewd and insightful

Synonyms

  • wisdom, intelligence
  • intelligent, bright
  • clever, sharp

Antonyms

  • foolish, stupid
  • dull, clumsy

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He is known for his wit and cleverness (才智諝).
  • The strategist displayed great wisdom (谋略諝).
  • She has a resourceful mind (机敏諝).

Collocations

  • Cleverness and wisdom(才智諝)
  • Resourceful and astute(机敏諝)
  • Strategic wisdom(谋略諝)
  • Knowledge and intelligence(知识諝)
  • Witty and sharp(机智諝)
  • Shrewd and insightful(精明諝)

Idioms

  • Possessing both wisdom and cleverness(智諝兼备)
  • Full of resourcefulness and wit(足智多諝)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character appears in classical Chinese texts describing intellectual capability.
  • It carries a positive connotation of practical wisdom and mental agility.
  • Often used in contexts praising someone's strategic thinking or problem-solving abilities.

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