used in 防 and 溜

JLPT N1 12 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Usage of

The character (tí) primarily means "to lift" or "to carry" something physically, such as a bag or box. It is also commonly used in a more abstract sense to mean "to raise" or "to bring up" an idea, suggestion, or topic in conversation or meetings.

Common Collocations

  • 建议 (tí jiànyì): to make a suggestion
  • 提问 (tí wèntí): to raise a question
  • (tízǎo): to do something early or ahead of time
  • (tíbāo): handbag or to carry a bag

Notes

When using to talk about carrying something, it usually implies holding it by hand or lifting it up. When used in discussions or meetings, indicates the act of bringing up or mentioning something for consideration.

Avoid confusing with similar verbs like (ná), which also means "to take" or "to hold," but often emphasizes lifting or carrying by hand, sometimes with a sense of raising a topic or issue.

Example Sentences

Please help me lift this suitcase.

He raised a very good suggestion at the meeting.

We need to prepare early to avoid being flustered at the last minute.