This is the 5454th most frequent Chinese word.

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"倚" means "to lean on" or "to rely on."


In this sentence, '倚' is used to denote the action of leaning against or resting on a physical object, expressing a posture.

他喜欢倚在窗边读书。

He likes to lean by the window to read.


Here, '倚' is used metaphorically to mean 'rely on' or 'depend on', indicating dependence on an abstract context.

这个故事倚赖历史背景进行叙述。

This story relies on the historical background for its narration.


In this example, '倚' describes the physical action of reclining or resting against an object, a typical usage of the word.

她倚着椅背闭目养神。

She rests against the back of the chair with her eyes closed to rejuvenate.