(hǎn) - A rare, archaic Chinese character variant of 厂 & also used in Japanese as an abbreviation for

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hǎn | 2 strokes | radical: 一

· hǎn

A rare, archaic Chinese character variant of 厂 (cliff, shed);

also used in Japanese as an abbreviation for 石 (stone).

A rare, archaic Chinese character variant of 厂also used in Japanese as an abbreviation for

Synonyms

  • cliff, shed, factory
  • stone (in Japanese abbreviation context)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This character 丆 is rarely used in modern Chinese.
  • In Japanese, 丆 can abbreviate 石 (stone).
  • 丆 appears as a component in some rare characters.

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 丆 is a variant form of 厂, which originally depicted a cliff or simple shelter.
  • In Japanese usage, it serves as an abbreviation for the kanji 石 (stone).
  • This character is extremely rare in modern Chinese and primarily appears in historical or specialized contexts.

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