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Radical: 彳 13 strokes
Meaning: footpath
💡 Think 'xi' as 'see' the path—徯 shows you the way with a double step.
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徯 (xī) meaning in English —

徯 (xī) means 'footpath' or 'pathway,' reflecting the ancient Chinese view of journeys as both physical and moral. The radical 彳 (step) suggests movement, while the phonetic 奚 hints at waiting. In classical texts, 徯 often appears in contexts of anticipation or guidance, symbolizing the path one waits for or follows—a metaphor for destiny or righteous conduct.

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