No. 211 in Chinese
习
To study; to practice; habit.
In a sentence
学习需要毅力和坚持。
Learning requires perseverance and persistence.
Here, '习' is used as part of the word '学习' (study or learn), where it conveys the meaning of learning or practicing.
我习惯每天早上喝一杯咖啡。
I am accustomed to drinking a cup of coffee every morning.
'习' is used in '习惯' (habit), indicating something practiced or accustomed to over time.
这位学生一直在努力习字。
This student has been diligently practicing calligraphy.
'习' is used in '习字' (practice calligraphy), emphasizing repetitive practice or studying of a particular skill.
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