气
gas; air; breath; weather; smell; spirit; momentum; anger
Meanings
14 senses · 70 examplesnoun
gas; gaseous substance
Refers to any gaseous substance, including natural and artificial gases.
This kind of poisonous gas is harmful to the human body.
Methane gas is often produced in coal mines.
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Biogas can be used to generate electricity.
These harmful gases need to be handled in the laboratory.
Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas.
noun
air; atmosphere
Specifically refers to the air in the atmosphere.
The air pressure is a bit low today, making people feel uncomfortable.
Open the window to let in some fresh air.
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The air in the mountains is very fresh.
Air pollution has become a serious environmental problem.
Deep breathing can help you inhale more oxygen.
noun
breath; respiration
Refers to the air taken into or expelled from the lungs, often indicating life or vitality.
The patient has already stopped breathing.
He ran so fast that he was out of breath.
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The baby's breathing is very weak.
She held her breath because she was nervous.
The doctor is checking the patient's breathing.
noun
weather; climate
Refers to atmospheric conditions such as temperature, humidity, and precipitation.
The weather is nice today, suitable for going out for a picnic.
The climate in this area is very mild.
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The meteorological department issued a rainstorm warning.
The autumn sky is clear and the air is crisp, making it a good season for traveling.
Climate change has a great impact on the global environment.
noun
smell; odor; scent
Refers to the characteristic scent or odor of something, detected by the sense of smell.
There is the scent of flowers in the garden.
The trash can emits a bad smell.
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The smell of泥土 after rain is very fresh.
The scent of this perfume is very special.
He smelled the odor of gas leakage.
noun
spirit; morale; vitality
Refers to a person's mental state, attitude, or level of enthusiasm and energy.
The soldiers are full of courage.
Young people should have vitality.
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His mental state has not been very good recently.
This victory boosted the team's morale.
Her optimistic spirit infected everyone.
noun
momentum; aura; imposing manner
literaryRefers to an impressive or powerful presence, often associated with confidence or grandeur.
His speech has an imposing momentum.
This army has the momentum to swallow mountains and rivers.
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Mount Tai has a majestic aura.
The imposing manner of this painting is震撼ing.
He stands on the stage with great presence.
noun
style; manner; habit
Refers to a person's habitual behavior, style, or characteristic way of acting.
He has a strong official manner about him.
This little girl is a bit spoiled.
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He speaks with a childish manner.
He has developed the habit of being diligent and thrifty.
Her style is very generous.
verb
to get angry; to be enraged
informalRefers to the feeling of anger or irritation.
He was so angry that he trembled.
Mom got angry because I failed the exam.
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Don't get angry over trivial matters.
Seeing this situation, he couldn't help but get angry.
She was so angry that her face turned red.
verb
to make angry; to annoy
informalTo cause someone else to feel anger or irritation.
He deliberately tried to annoy me.
Don't annoy me anymore, I'm already annoyed enough.
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His words激怒ed everyone.
Don't use this way to make her angry.
He always likes to tease his younger brother and make him cry.
verb
to bully; to oppress; to mistreat
To treat someone cruelly or unfairly, often using power or strength to dominate.
He is often bullied at school.
We cannot oppress the weak.
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This boss often bullies employees.
He was treated unfairly.
We should oppose any form of bullying behavior.
noun
vital energy; life force (in Chinese medicine)
technicalA concept in traditional Chinese medicine referring to the vital energy that circulates through the body and maintains health.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that yuanqi (vital energy) is the foundation of life.
He often feels tired because of qi deficiency.
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Acupuncture can regulate the flow of qi and blood.
This Chinese medicine can tonify qi and nourish blood.
Qigong is a health-preserving method that regulates the qi inside the body.
noun
pathological condition (in Chinese medicine)
technicalIn traditional Chinese medicine, refers to specific pathological conditions or symptoms caused by imbalances in the body's energy.
He has dampness in his body and needs conditioning.
This disease is caused by phlegm qi.
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Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes treating based on syndrome differentiation, according to different qi conditions.
Excessive cold qi can cause joint pain.
The doctor said he has symptoms of liver qi stagnation.
noun
a surname
Refers to the Chinese surname Qi.
His surname is Qi, and his name is Qi Yuxuan'ang.
Mr. Qi is a new colleague in our company.
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The surname Qi is relatively rare in China.
May I ask your surname? My surname is Qi.
The Qi family has a long history.