卪 (jié) - Ancient form of 節 (jié), meaning joint, section, & also historically used as a tally or token.

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jié ｜ 3 strokes ｜ radical: 卩

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卪 · jié

Ancient form of 節 (jié), meaning joint, section, festival;

also historically used as a tally or token.

Ancient form of 節 (jié), meaning joint, section,also historically used as a tally or token.

Usage highlights

Ancient form of 節Oracle bone characterSeal script formTallies and tokensKneeling figure

Synonyms

  • 節— joint, section, festival (modern equivalent)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This character is an ancient form of 節 (jié).
  • It appears in historical texts and oracle bone inscriptions.
  • The shape resembles a kneeling person, symbolizing submission.

Collocations

  • Ancient form of 節(古卪)
  • Oracle bone character(甲骨文卪)
  • Seal script form(篆文卪)
  • Tallies and tokens(符卪)
  • Kneeling figure(跪坐人形)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • One of the earliest Chinese characters, found in oracle bone inscriptions.
  • Originally depicted a kneeling figure, representing submission or respect in ancient rituals.
  • Later evolved into 節 (jié), carrying meanings of joints, sections, and festivals.

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