Definitions
Etymology
Depicts a person between two lines.
About
The character 介 (jiè) originated as a pictograph of a person wearing armor, giving it early meanings related to protective shells, scales, or coverings. Since armor serves as a layer between the body and external threats, 介 evolved to express the idea of being situated between two things or occupying an intermediate position. This sense of "in between" later extended into social contexts, leading to modern uses involving introduction or mediation, such as connecting two previously unacquainted parties.
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请介绍你自己。
他向我介绍了他的家庭。
我不介意你的选择。
政府介入解决了问题。
空气是声音的介质。
他的成绩介乎优秀与良好之间。
在会议上，他详细介绍了新项目。
这种材料具有很好的介电性能。