Common Meanings
1
shé蛇
A long, legless reptile, some venomous, some not, known for its slithering movement. Often used metaphorically to describe winding paths or surreptitious actions.
小路上积雪很深，他只能艰难地在雪中蛇行
The snow on the path was very deep, and he could only snake through it with difficulty.
2
yí蛇
When pronounced as 'yí', '蛇' is part of the idiom '委蛇' (wēi yí), which means to act in a compliant, tactful, or evasive manner, often to avoid direct confrontation or to be adaptable.
他总是能委蛇地处理人际关系，避免正面冲突。
He is always able to handle interpersonal relationships in a compliant and tactful manner, avoiding direct confrontation.