塏 (kǎi) - High, dry ground & elevated and well-drained land

塏Tone 3

kǎi ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

俊梁

塏 · kǎi

High, dry ground;

elevated and well-drained land;

a dry and airy place.

High, dry groundelevated and well-drained landa dry and airy place.

Usage highlights

High groundDry and airyElevated terrainWellA dry and ventilated placeSettling on high ground

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • They built their house on high ground (高塏之地).
  • This location is dry and well-ventilated (地势爽塏).
  • Ancient capitals were often situated on elevated terrain (建都于塏).

Collocations

  • High ground(高塏)
  • Dry and airy(爽塏)
  • Elevated terrain(塏地)
  • Well-drained land(塏土)
  • A dry and ventilated place(塏处)
  • Settling on high ground(居塏)

Idioms

  • High and dry terrain(高塏之地)
  • Dry and airy location(爽塏之处)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese geomancy (feng shui), 塏 represents auspicious land for building homes, as it avoids dampness and promotes good health.
  • Ancient city planning often prioritized 塏 locations for capital cities and important structures to ensure proper drainage and ventilation.
  • The character reflects the practical wisdom in traditional Chinese architecture of selecting elevated, well-drained sites for construction.

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