sik1 sam1息心
Jyutpingsik1 sam1
Yalesīk sām
Definition
To set one's mind at rest, feel relieved, or stop worrying.
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
息心 carries a nuance of calming the mind or letting go of persistent worries. It is often used in contexts where someone is trying to find inner peace or finally giving up on an obsessive thought. Unlike simple words for resting, it implies an active effort to settle one's internal state.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 放心, which specifically means to feel assured or relieved because a worry has been resolved. 息心 is more about the internal process of quieting one's own mind or letting go of a desire.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
