体
贴

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The word "体贴" is formed by combining the character "体", which means "body" or "personal experience", with the character "贴", which means "to adhere closely" or "to be attached". This combination yields a literal sense of "close to the body", which figuratively conveys the idea of being attentively considerate or understanding toward others, as if intimately aware of their feelings or needs.

Example Sentences Hide

妈妈很体贴我们。

Māmā hěn tǐtiē wǒmen.

Mom is very considerate of us.

她总是体贴地照顾别人。

Tā zǒngshì tǐtiē de zhàogù biérén.

She always thoughtfully takes care of others.

他的体贴行为让我很感动。

Tā de tǐtiē xíngwéi ràng wǒ hěn gǎndòng.

His considerate behavior moved me deeply.

在困难时期，朋友的体贴尤为重要。

Zài kùnnán shíqī, péngyou de tǐtiē yóu wéi zhòngyào.

During difficult times, a friend's thoughtfulness is especially important.

她不仅在工作上体贴同事，还在生活中关心家人。

Tā bùjǐn zài gōngzuò shàng tǐtiē tóngshì, hái zài shēnghuó zhōng guānxīn jiārén.

She not only considers colleagues at work but also cares for family in life.

Word Definition - 体贴

tǐ tiē considerate (of other people's needs)

Individual Character Details

体 tī, tǐ
贴 tiē