Definition
慰 is a bound form (b.f.) that means 'to console, to comfort'. It cannot stand alone as a verb; instead it appears as a component in compounds like 安慰 (to comfort someone), 慰问 (to express sympathy or condolences), and 慰藉 (spiritual consolation). You must pair it with another character to form a complete word.
b.f.
(bound form) to consoleto comfort
Examples
- 。Péngyou de huà ràng wǒ gǎndào hěn ānwèi.My friend's words made me feel very comforted.
- 。Gōngsī pài dàibiǎo qù wèiwèn shòuzāi de yuángōng.The company sent representatives to express sympathy to the affected employees.
- 。Yuèdú yīnyuè gěi le tā xīnlíng shàng de wèijiè.Reading and music provided her with spiritual consolation.
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