dǐ​qì

lung power

  • created sense approved 底气/底氣 · dǐ​qì · lung power — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    底气 / 底氣

    dǐ​qì

    lung power

    lung capacity or volume of breath, often reflected in a person's voice or physical vigor

    底 (literal) → 底 · dǐ · bottom 气 (literal) → 气/氣 · qì · breath

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  • created sense approved 底气/底氣 · dǐ​qì · confidence — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    底气 / 底氣

    dǐ​qì

    confidence

    a sense of inner strength or certainty; self-assurance; boldness based on being well-prepared or having support

    底 (literal) → 底 · dǐ · ins and outs 气 (literal) → 气/氣 · qì · morale

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