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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
肄yìto learn, to practice, to study, to toilv, 13 strokes, radical 聿
肄yìto practice or study (old)unknown, 13 strokes, radical 聿
yì(yi4) T4
  1. 1to learn, to practice, to study, to toil
  2. 2to practice or study (old)
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March 24, 2026

肄yì(yi4)

The character 肄 (yì) means to learn or practice, with an emphasis on the act of studying or toiling over something. It is often used in historical or literary contexts and may not be widely used in everyday conversation. Understanding this character can provide insight into classical texts where it signifies diligent study or practice.

Strokes13Radical聿
Cultural Note

肄 is often found in classical Chinese texts, where the value of education and diligent study is emphasized, reflecting the Confucian ideals of lifelong learning and self-cultivation in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a scholar (the character 肄) sitting at a desk, surrounded by scrolls (the shape of 肄 can remind you of an open book with the top part suggesting a scholar's focus). They are tirelessly practicing their calligraphy, embodying the essence of diligence in learning.

Meanings of 肄

yì(yi4)
1to learn, to practice, to study, to toil
2to practice or study (old)
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About 肄

肄Simplified
13Strokes
聿Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 肄

Usage Notes

肄 is typically used in formal or literary contexts, so it may not be appropriate for casual conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, and remember that it carries an old-fashioned connotation when referring to learning or practicing.

HSK Study Tips

As 肄 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it may be beneficial to relate it to other words associated with learning or studying, such as 学 (xué) and 习 (xí). Focusing on the context of its usage in classical literature will enhance understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 肄 with 学 (xué) due to their similar meanings related to learning. For example, saying '我肄中文' instead of '我学中文' is incorrect; the right expression is '我学中文' (I learn Chinese).

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Etymology of 肄

Decomposition of 肄

IDS Structure⿰⿱匕矢聿
肄Full Character
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匕bi3
top
矢shi3
bottom
聿yu4
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How to say to learn, to practice, to study, to toil in Chinese

“to learn, to practice, to study, to toil” in Chinese is肄yì

The character 肄 (yì) means to learn or practice, with an emphasis on the act of studying or toiling over something. It is often used in historical or literary contexts and may not be widely used in everyday conversation. Understanding this character can provide insight into classical texts where it signifies diligent study or practice.

When to use 肄

肄 is typically used in formal or literary contexts, so it may not be appropriate for casual conversation. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, and remember that it carries an old-fashioned connotation when referring to learning or practicing.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 肄 with 学 (xué) due to their similar meanings related to learning. For example, saying '我肄中文' instead of '我学中文' is incorrect; the right expression is '我学中文' (I learn Chinese).

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Word Family of 肄

Words Containing This Character3
肄业to attend (a school)肄業
肄业生dropout student肄業生
肄yìto learn
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Frequently Asked Questions about 肄

No, 肄 is mostly found in classical literature and is not commonly used in modern spoken Chinese.

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