赐

• Pinyin: cì
• Desglose de hanzi: 赐 = 贝 (treasure, money) + 易 (to exchange, give)

Significado

Otorgar; conceder; conferir (de un superior a un inferior).

Historically used when emperors or gods gave gifts to subjects. In modern usage, appears in polite expressions like 赐教 (please teach me). The power dynamic is implied: the giver is higher in status.

Ejemplos

1. 皇帝赐给功臣一座宅邸和大量金银。
2. 这柄宝剑是先祖受皇帝御赐之物，代代相传。
3. 如有不当之处，还望各位专家不吝赐教。

Guía de uso

Contexto: historical, polite expressions, formal

Tono: respectful

Correcto

• 皇帝赐他黄马褂。(The emperor bestowed upon him a yellow riding jacket.)
• 请赐教。(Please enlighten me.)

Incorrecto

• 我赐给朋友一杯咖啡 (赐 implies superior-to-inferior giving — for casual gifts between equals, use 送 or 给)

Origen e historia

Originally composed of 貝 (shell/money) + 易 (to give/exchange). The shell component reflects ancient currency, suggesting valuable gifts.

Contexto cultural

Generación: All ages

Contexto social: Universal