This is the 2528th most frequent Chinese word.

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"涵" means "to contain," "to include," or "to embody"; it also conveys the idea of tolerance or depth.


In this sentence, "涵" is combined with "候" to mean "to wait patiently," showing politeness and respect in a formal context.

她在书信中写道:“关于见面的时间,请予以涵候。”

She wrote in the letter: "Regarding the meeting time, please kindly wait."


Here, "涵" is part of "涵养," which refers to one's cultivation or refinement, suggesting attributes like self-control and depth.

他的谈吐显得很有涵养。

His speech appears to be very refined.


In this usage, "涵" implies "to include" or "to contain," referring to a concept or quality embedded within something.

这本书很有文化深涵。

This book contains profound cultural connotations.