Common Meanings
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huái怀
To miss, long for, or cherish the memory of someone or something.
她总是怀念高中时的美好时光
She always misses the beautiful times in high school.
To harbor, cherish, or conceal (e.g., feelings, intentions, ambitions, or talent).
他从小就胸怀壮志，希望将来能为社会做出贡献。
Since childhood, he has harbored grand ambitions, hoping to contribute to society in the future.
bosom; chest; to hold in one's arms
妈妈把孩子抱在怀里。
Mother held the child in her arms.
To harbor a feeling, idea, or intention in one's mind or heart; bosom; to cherish or hold dear; as in '正中下怀' (exactly to one's liking) or '耿耿于怀' (to take something to heart).
他精心挑选的生日礼物，果然正中妹妹的下怀，让她惊喜不已。
The birthday gift he carefully selected was exactly what his sister had hoped for, making her incredibly surprised and delighted.
To comfort, pacify, or conciliate, often through gentle means; to appease.
对待任性的孩子，父母通常会选择怀柔政策，而不是强硬的命令。
When dealing with a willful child, parents usually opt for a conciliatory approach rather than strict commands.
To attract, to win over, to bring to submission or allegiance through appeal or virtue.
他的真诚与善良，怀得了许多人的信任。
His sincerity and kindness won the trust of many people.