() - A surname & ancient variant of 徐 meaning 'slowly, gently, at

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xú | 9 strokes | radical:

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A surname;

ancient variant of 徐 meaning 'slowly, gently, at ease'.

A surnameancient variant of 徐 meaning 'slowly, gently, at

Usage highlights

Surname XuWalk slowlyAncient variantGently and calmlyInterchangeable with 徐

Synonyms

  • slow, gentle, calm; common surname

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The surname Xu (俆) is rare in modern times.
  • He walked slowly (俆俆而行).
  • In ancient texts, 俆 is used interchangeably with 徐.
  • The character appears in historical records (历史记载中的俆姓).

Collocations

  • Surname Xu(俆姓)
  • Walk slowly(俆行)
  • Ancient variant(古俆字)
  • Gently and calmly(俆俆)
  • Interchangeable with 徐(与徐通)

Idioms

  • Slow and steady(俆俆而行)
  • Calm and unhurried(俆而不迫)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 俆 is primarily known as a rare surname in Chinese history.
  • It functions as a variant form of 徐, which is associated with the ancient state of Xu and conveys meanings of calmness and steadiness.

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