踖 (jí) - To tread carefully & to walk respectfully

踖Tone 2

jí ｜ 15 strokes ｜ radical:

慧佳

踖 · jí

To tread carefully;

to walk respectfully;

to step cautiously.

To tread carefullyto walk respectfullyto step cautiously.

Usage highlights

Walk respectfullyTread carefullyReverent stepsAscend respectfullyKneel and tread

Synonyms

  • 践— to tread, to step on
  • 踏— to step, to tread
  • 履— to tread, to walk on

Antonyms

  • 奔— to run, to rush
  • 驰— to gallop, to speed

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He walked respectfully across the courtyard (踖踖而行).
  • The guests stepped carefully on the polished floor (踖于堂上).
  • One must tread cautiously in such matters (凡事须踖).

Collocations

  • Walk respectfully(踖行)
  • Tread carefully(踖步)
  • Reverent steps(踖踖)
  • Ascend respectfully(踖升)
  • Kneel and tread(踖跪)

Idioms

  • To tread respectfully and sit upright(踖踖如也)
  • To walk with careful steps(踖踖而行)
  • Reverent in step and dignified in bearing(步踖容庄)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally described the respectful gait prescribed in ancient Chinese ritual etiquette.
  • The character appears in classical texts describing proper conduct and ceremonial movement.
  • Reflects the Confucian value of demonstrating respect through physical demeanor and careful movement.

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