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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
暆yídeclining (as of the sun)zg, 13 strokes, radical 日
暆yí(of the sun) decliningunknown, 13 strokes, radical 日
yí(yi2) T2
  1. 1declining (as of the sun)
  2. 2(of the sun) declining
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March 24, 2026

暆yí(yi2)

The character 暆 (yí) refers to the declining position of the sun, particularly as it sets in the evening. It conveys a sense of twilight or dusk, often associated with a transition from light to darkness. This term is used in literary contexts to describe the beauty of sunset and the passage of time.

Strokes13Radical日
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the sunset symbolizes the end of the day and often reflects themes of impermanence and tranquility in poetry and art. The beauty of a sunset is frequently celebrated, making this character relevant in artistic expressions.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sun slowly 'yielding' to the horizon, creating a beautiful evening sky. The character 暆 resembles a sun (日) declining behind a hill (亥), symbolizing this fading light.

Meanings of 暆

yí(yi2)
1declining (as of the sun)
2(of the sun) declining
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About 暆

暆Simplified
13Strokes
日Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in literary texts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as it is similar to other characters; ensure you use the correct tone (second tone). Common collocations include phrases related to sunset or evening.

HSK Study Tips

Although 暆 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, understanding this word can enhance your appreciation of Chinese poetry and literature. Focus on recognizing it in texts and associating it with other words related to time and changes in light.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 暆 with similar characters like 昏 (hūn), which means dusk or darkening sky. Remember, 暆 specifically refers to the sun's decline, while 昏 is a broader term for darkness or evening.

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Etymology of 暆

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

sun

Semantic (meaning)日
+
Phonetic (sound)施
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Origin

暆 = 日 + 施. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 暆

IDS Structure⿰日施
暆Full Character
=
日Ri4
left
施Shi1
right
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How to say declining (as of the sun) in Chinese

“declining (as of the sun)” in Chinese is暆yí

The character 暆 (yí) refers to the declining position of the sun, particularly as it sets in the evening. It conveys a sense of twilight or dusk, often associated with a transition from light to darkness. This term is used in literary contexts to describe the beauty of sunset and the passage of time.

When to use 暆

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in literary texts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as it is similar to other characters; ensure you use the correct tone (second tone). Common collocations include phrases related to sunset or evening.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 暆 with similar characters like 昏 (hūn), which means dusk or darkening sky. Remember, 暆 specifically refers to the sun's decline, while 昏 is a broader term for darkness or evening.

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The pronunciation is 'yí', with a rising tone. Make sure to emphasize the second tone.

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