慑
How to Say
How to Write
Meaning: to fear; to be cowed
💡 Heart (忄) trembles at a whisper (聶) - that's fear.
Compounds
Character Story & Explanation
慑 (shè) combines the heart radical 忄 (心) with 聶 (meaning 'to whisper'), suggesting fear that makes the heart tremble. It conveys the sense of being cowed or intimidated, often in contexts of threat or awe. Culturally, it reflects the Chinese emphasis on harmony and hierarchical respect, where fear of authority or shame can lead to self-restraint.
Example Sentences
Common Compounds
Similar Characters — Don't Mix These Up
Your First Step into Chinese Culture: Get a Chinese Name
Every journey into Chinese begins with a name. Use our free Chinese name generator to create a meaningful, personalized Chinese name that fits you perfectly.
Get My Chinese Name →
0