侁 (shēn) - Numerous, many & to move quickly

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shēn ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 亻

上姝

侁 · shēn

Numerous, many;

to move quickly;

used in classical Chinese and names.

Numerous, manyto move quicklyused in classical Chinese and names.

Usage highlights

Numerous movementSwift advanceElegant nameRefined appearanceMany people

Synonyms

  • 众— many, numerous
  • 多— many, much
  • 迅— swift, rapid

Antonyms

  • 寡— few, scant
  • 少— few, little
  • 缓— slow, gradual

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The army marched in great numbers (侁侁).
  • He has a refined and elegant name (侁 is used in given names).
  • The crowd moved swiftly (侁侁而行).

Collocations

  • Numerous movement(侁侁)
  • Swift advance(侁行)
  • Elegant name(侁名)
  • Refined appearance(侁仪)
  • Many people(侁众)

Idioms

  • Moving in great numbers(侁侁而行)
  • Numerous and swift(侁侁疾驰)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts like the 'Chu Ci' to describe movement of spirits or armies.
  • Used in given names for its elegant and classical feel, though relatively rare.

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