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Definitions
- 1. interjection or grunt of agreement or recognition (e.g. yes, it's me!)
- 2. to sigh
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Stroke order
10 strokes
Usage notes
Common mistakes
Do not confuse 唉 (āi) with 哎 (āi), which is more commonly used for calling attention.
Formality
Mostly used in casual speech to show acknowledgment or mild surprise; not appropriate in formal writing.
Example Sentences
1 shown唉 ，我知道了。
Yes, I know.
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