Chinese
qīxī
Meaning: to inhabit; to rest; to perch
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

許多珍稀鳥類棲息在這片溼地中。
许多珍稀鸟类栖息在这片湿地中。
Many rare birds inhabit this wetland.
這片水域棲息著許多稀有的海洋生物。
Many rare marine creatures inhabit this body of water.
這座森林裡棲息著許多鳥獸。
Many birds and beasts live in this forest.

Usage Notes

Mainly used for birds or animals staying or resting in a certain place.

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