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围
wéi
Description
“围”的意思是从周围包起来。比如人围着火，或者用东西把地方包住。
The meaning of "围" is to surround something from all sides. For example, people围 around a fire, or using things to enclose a place.
Meanings
围wéi
to surround; to enclose
大家围着桌子坐下来。
Everyone sat around the table.
围wéi
to wrap around (a scarf, etc.)
天冷了，她围上了围巾。
It got cold, so she put on a scarf.
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Notes
- Etymology
围 (囗 enclosure + 韦 phonetic) depicts surrounding on all sides.
- Nuance
often paired with 着 (围着) to show continuous surrounding action.
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