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居
jū
Description
“居”的意思是住在某个地方，也可以指一个人住的地方。
The meaning of "居" is to live in a certain place, and it can also refer to a person's residence.
这个字常常和别的字一起用，比如“居住”和“邻居”。
This character is often used together with other characters, such as in "居住" (to reside) and "邻居" (neighbor).
Meanings
居jū
to live; to reside; to dwell
他居在城市里很多年了。
He has lived in the city for many years.
居jū
residence; home; dwelling place
这是一个安静的住居。
This is a quiet residence.
居jū
to occupy a position; to be in (a place/rank)
他居第一名。
He ranks first.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally depicting sitting/dwelling; became the root morpheme for many living-related words.
- Nuance
居 is more formal/literary than 住; everyday speech usually uses 住.
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