Definition
凄 is a bound form (b.f.) — it doesn't stand alone in modern Chinese but appears as a morpheme in compound words. It conveys a deep sense of sad chill, bleakness, or poignant beauty, often linked to scenery, atmosphere, or misfortune. Common compounds include 凄凉 (desolate, bleak), 凄惨 (miserable, tragic), and 凄楚 (grief-stricken).
b.f.
(bound form) drearybleaksorrowful
Examples
- ，。Dōngtiān de jǐngsè hěn qī liáng, ràng rén gǎndào gūdān.The winter scenery is very bleak, making people feel lonely.
- ，。Tā de jiéjú fēicháng qī cǎn, wú rén bù gǎndào tòngxī.His ending was extremely tragic; everyone felt deep regret.
- 凄，。Zhè shǒu qǔzi xuánlǜ qī wǎn, tīng le ràng rén luò lèi.The melody of this tune is plaintively beautiful, moving listeners to tears.
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