蟢
happy; joyful; to like; wedding
Meanings
6 senses · 17 examplesadjective
happy; joyful; delighted; pleased
Describes a positive emotional state. Often used in compound words.
Hearing this good news, he felt extremely happy.
The children ran into the classroom beaming with smiles.
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Truly two happy events arriving at the same time!
noun
happy event; wedding; occasion for celebration
Often refers to weddings or the birth of a child. Used in compounds like 喜酒 (wedding feast).
Tomorrow I am going to attend my friend's wedding feast.
The newlyweds distributed wedding candy to everyone.
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Their family has a happy occasion recently.
A red bulletin of good news was posted on the wall.
verb
to be pregnant
informalColloquial usage, often '有喜了'.
She is three months pregnant.
This is great news for our family! (referring to pregnancy)
verb
to like; to enjoy; to be fond of
Used in compounds like 喜爱, 喜欢.
He enjoys literary creation.
This person likes the new and dislikes the old; he is unreliable.
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I like eating dumplings the most.
He likes reading but doesn't seek to understand thoroughly.
verb
to be suitable for; to require (certain conditions)
neutralOften used for plants or ingredients requiring specific conditions.
Kelp prefers meaty flavors; it's best stewed with meat.
This vegetable needs oil; it tastes better with more oil.
noun
surname Xi
A rare surname.
Teacher Xi is our class advisor.
People with the surname Xi are rarely seen.