bei2䠋
Jyutpingbei2
Yalebéi
Definition
Bell-shaped with a large base, slanting, or feeling weary and lacking energy.
- bell-shaped with a large base
- buttocks or the innominate bone
- slanting; tilted
- weary; lethargic; lacking energy
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How it's used
Describes a posture that is slumped, leaning, or lacking structural firmness. It is frequently used to describe someone who is physically tired or lazy, often implying a lack of proper posture or engagement. The term captures the visual of a body losing its upright tension and sagging downwards.
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Common phrases
in a state of slouching
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 趷, which refers to lifting or hopping on one foot. While both involve body movement, 䠋 specifically relates to a sagging or lethargic posture.
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Grammar guides
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