seat, place

JLPT N4 10 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Meaning and Usage

The character "" primarily means "seat" or "place" and is commonly used to refer to physical seats at events, meetings, or performances. It can also imply a position or status, such as an important seat in a meeting.

Common Collocations

  • (rù xí): to take a seat, often used when inviting someone to sit down formally.
  • 席位 (xíwèi): seat or position, especially in formal or official contexts.
  • (zuò wú xū xí): a phrase meaning "no empty seats," used to describe a full house or sold-out event.

Usage Notes

"" is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as banquets, meetings, or performances. When referring to a seat, it usually implies a designated or important place rather than just any chair. Avoid confusing "" with "" (zuò), which is a more general term for seat or chair.

Common Confusion

Learners sometimes confuse "" with "". While both can mean "seat," "" often carries a nuance of formality or importance, whereas "" is more general and casual.

Example Sentences

Please take your seat, the banquet is about to start.

He occupied an important seat at the meeting.

The performance was sold out with no empty seats, and the audience responded