思
think; miss; train of thought; surname
Meanings
5 senses · 22 examplesverb
to think; to consider; to ponder
Used for deliberate, careful thinking on a topic or problem.
When you encounter problems, think more and don't rush to jump to conclusions.
This math problem requires deep thinking to solve.
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He is looking for an appropriate solution.
After thinking over and over again, he finally decided to quit his job.
The teacher encouraged us to use our brains and think more.
verb
to miss; to yearn for; to long for
Used for feelings of missing someone or something from afar.
He works abroad and misses his family back home every day.
International students far from home often have a strong longing for their families.
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She deeply misses her late mother.
After years apart, the two people miss each other dearly.
It's very normal for overseas Chinese to miss their loved ones back home.
verb
to wish; to desire; to long to
formalUsed to express a strong desire or intention to do something.
He who works away from home longs to return day and night.
Poor countries often desire change and innovation.
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People who have lived in cities for a long time often long to return to the countryside.
He wants to change the status quo but doesn't know where to start.
All the people in the war-torn area long for peace.
noun
train of thought; way of thinking
Refers to the logical order or direction of thinking when creating or solving problems.
Before writing an essay, you should first organize your train of thought.
This writer has a sharp train of thought and finished the novel quickly.
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He was very anxious when his train of thought was interrupted while solving the problem.
When inspiration strikes, the train of thought flows like a spring.
After adjusting his train of thought, he finally completed the design plan.
noun
Surname Si
Used as a family name in China.
Teacher Si is our Chinese teacher.
There was a famous poet in the Song Dynasty named Si Yong.