姕 (zī) - A woman with an ugly appearance & also refers to a woman who is weak

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zī ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

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姕 · zī

A woman with an ugly appearance;

also refers to a woman who is weak or timid.

A woman with an ugly appearancealso refers to a woman who is weak

Usage highlights

ugly womanweak and timidfemale appearancefemale demeanor

Synonyms

  • 丑— ugly
  • 陋— plain, homely
  • 懦— cowardly, timid

Antonyms

  • 美— beautiful
  • 艳— gorgeous, colorful
  • 勇— brave, courageous

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text described her as unattractive (姕女).
  • She appeared timid and weak (姕弱).
  • The term refers to female appearance (姕容).

Collocations

  • ugly woman(姕女)
  • weak and timid(姕弱)
  • female appearance(姕容)
  • female demeanor(姕态)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character appears in ancient Chinese texts but is extremely rare in modern usage.
  • It reflects historical aesthetic standards and gender perceptions in classical Chinese society.
  • The character carries negative connotations regarding female appearance and character.

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