愭
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Meaning: deferential
💡 Remember 愭 (qí) by 'qi' as in 'cheer'—deferential people cheerfully respect others.
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Character Story & Explanation
愭 (qí) is a rare character meaning 'deferential' or 'respectful.' It conveys the Confucian virtue of humility and reverence toward elders or superiors. Often found in classical texts, it reflects the Chinese cultural emphasis on proper social conduct. Due to its rarity, it is not commonly used in modern Chinese but appears in historical or literary contexts.
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