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xí
Description
「习」的意思是学习或者练习。
我们常常用它来说反复做一件事，比如学习和习惯。
Meanings
学习xuéxí
to study; to learn
我每天学习中文。
习惯xíguàn
habit; to be used to
早起是好习惯。
练习liànxí
to practice; exercise
我们要多练习写字。
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Notes
- Etymology
originally depicted a young bird repeatedly flapping wings to learn flying, hence 'practice, learn'.
- Nuance
习 rarely stands alone today; it appears in compounds like 学习, 练习, 习惯.
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