(zhé) - Wise & sagacious — a variant of 哲, meaning profound

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· zhé

Wise;

sagacious — a variant of 哲, meaning profound wisdom and intellectual insight.

Often used in names to convey intelligence and virtue.

Wisesagacious — a variant of 哲, meaning profound

Usage highlights

Wise and virtuousPhilosophical wisdomSagacious insightBrilliant and wiseVirtuous and intelligent

Synonyms

  • wise; philosophical
  • intelligent; wise
  • perceptive; sagacious

Antonyms

  • foolish; stupid
  • silly; ignorant

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He was given the name 喆 to reflect wisdom (智慧).
  • The character 喆 appears in classical texts (古典文献).
  • Parents choose 喆 for its auspicious meaning (吉祥含义).

Collocations

  • Wise and virtuous(明喆)
  • Philosophical wisdom(哲喆)
  • Sagacious insight(睿喆)
  • Brilliant and wise(英喆)
  • Virtuous and intelligent(贤喆)

Idioms

  • The wise and the virtuous(明喆保身)
  • Profound philosophical insight(哲喆之思)
  • Brilliant wisdom and strategy(英喆之谋)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 喆 is a variant form of 哲, doubling the 吉 component to emphasize extreme wisdom.
  • Traditionally used in names to express hopes for intelligence and moral integrity.
  • It carries a classical, scholarly connotation, often found in historical and literary contexts.

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