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归
guī
Description
"归"最常见的意思是回到原来的地方，比如回家。
The most common meaning of "归" is to return to the original place, such as going home.
它也可以表示东西属于谁，是比较正式的说法。
It can also indicate ownership, which is a more formal expression.
Meanings
归guī
to return; go back
太阳下山了，鸟儿归巢了。
The sun has set, and the birds have returned to their nests.
归guī
to belong to; be attributed to
这些书归我管。
These books are under my care.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
归 is more formal or literary than 回; 回家 is the everyday word for going home.
- Etymology
original sense of a woman returning to her husband's home, later broadened to 'return'.
In videos
“灵雀终于想起谁心风雨归谁”
“我第二次创业马上就要开始，祝我凯旋而归。”
“小说归小说也不必太认真”
“咬紧字头归字尾”
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