宜
suitable; should; of course
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesadjective
suitable; appropriate; fitting
Describes something that is right for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
This place has beautiful scenery and is very pleasant.
This type of soil is suitable for growing rice.
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Their personalities are compatible, so they get along very well.
The doctor suggested adopting a stopgap measure to relieve the pain.
The company's development strategy must be tailored to local conditions.
auxiliary verb
should; ought to (now mostly used in the negative)
formalUsed to express advice or necessity, often in formal contexts. In modern usage, it's more common in the negative form '不宜' (should not).
This matter should not be discussed publicly.
Patients should not eat spicy food.
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We must set off immediately; there's no time to delay.
For this kind of occasion, one should not dress too casually.
In formal letters, abbreviations should not be used.
adverb
of course; naturally; no wonder
literaryA literary usage expressing that something is obvious or to be expected. Often used in classical or formal writing.
Given how hardworking he is, it's no wonder he achieved excellent results.
This flower thrives when watered; naturally, it prospers wherever it goes.
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The gentleman understands what is right; the small man understands what is profitable. Of course it is so.
That land is rich in products; naturally, people yearn for it.
Observing his words and actions, it's no wonder he can command the respect of the masses.
proper noun
surname Yi
A Chinese surname.
Mr. Yi is our new neighbor.
There was a famous historical figure named Yi Liao.
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This Ms. Yi is the host of this meeting.
The surname Yi is not very common.
It is said that the ancestors of the Yi family came from the south.