睿

叡

ruì

Rank #3407

Definitions

ruì variant of 睿[ruì]

ruì astute; perspicacious; farsighted

Etymology

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The character "睿" traces its etymological origins to a conceptual blend of visual and intellectual perception, structurally built upon the "目" radical for eye combined with elements that suggest depth or thorough penetration, initially denoting the capacity to see with acute clarity. This literal sense of visual profundity gradually extended into the metaphorical realm, evolving to encompass the qualities of wisdom, discernment, and deep understanding. The traditional form of the character, maintained through its historical use, retains these compositional indicators, and its semantic shift from concrete sight to abstract insight represents a stable progression in its linguistic role.

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Bronze Late Warring States (~250 BC)

Seal Shuowen (~100 AD)

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Example Sentences Hide

他的睿智让人敬佩。

Tā de ruìzhì ràng rén jìngpèi.

His wisdom commands admiration.

睿智的选择很重要。

Ruìzhì de xuǎnzé hěn zhòngyào.

Wise choices are very important.

她以睿智的眼光看问题。

Tā yǐ ruìzhì de yǎnguāng kàn wèntí.

She looks at problems with a wise perspective.

这位睿智的老人给了我们建议。

Zhè wèi ruìzhì de lǎorén gěile wǒmen jiànyì.

This wise old man gave us advice.

在困境中，他的睿智展现了光芒。

Zài kùnjìng zhōng, tā de ruìzhì zhǎnxiànle guāngmáng.

In difficult situations, his wisdom shone brightly.

睿智的决策需要时间和经验。

Ruìzhì de juécè xūyào shíjiān hé jīngyàn.

Wise decisions require time and experience.

通过阅读，我们可以培养睿智的头脑。

Tōngguò yuèdú, wǒmen kěyǐ péiyǎng ruìzhì de tóunǎo.

Through reading, we can cultivate a wise mind.

他的睿智不仅体现在言语上，更体现在行动中。

Tā de ruìzhì bùjǐn tǐxiàn zài yányǔ shàng, gèng tǐxiàn zài xíngdòng zhōng.

His wisdom is not only reflected in his words but also in his actions.

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Component: 八

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