吒 (zhā) - A sound of shouting or scolding & used in the name Nezha (Nata), a deity

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zhā ｜ 6 strokes ｜ radical: 口

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吒 · zhā

A sound of shouting or scolding;

used in the name Nezha (Nata), a deity in Chinese mythology.

A sound of shouting or scoldingused in the name Nezha (Nata), a deity

Usage highlights

Nezhato shout angrilyfierce soundNezha Conquers the Dragon KingNezha's Rebirth

Synonyms

  • 叱— to scold, shout at
  • 吼— to roar, shout

Antonyms

  • 默— silent, quiet
  • 静— calm, still

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The deity Nezha (哪吒) is a popular figure in Chinese mythology.
  • He shouted angrily (叱吒).
  • In some contexts, it represents a fierce sound (吒声).

Collocations

  • Nezha(哪吒)
  • to shout angrily(叱吒)
  • fierce sound(吒声)
  • Nezha Conquers the Dragon King(哪吒闹海)
  • Nezha's Rebirth(哪吒重生)

Idioms

  • Nezha causing trouble in the sea(哪吒闹海)
  • Nezha's rebirth(哪吒重生)
  • Nezha defeats the Dragon King(哪吒降龙)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily known through the mythological figure Nezha, a child deity who defies authority and battles dragons.
  • Nezha stories originate from Buddhist and Daoist traditions, popularized in Ming dynasty novels like 'Fengshen Yanyi'.
  • The character represents rebellion, youthful energy, and supernatural power in Chinese folklore.

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