(àn) - A rare, archaic Chinese character referring to a

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àn | 11 strokes | radical:

· àn

A rare, archaic Chinese character referring to a woman who is upright, virtuous, and dignified in appearance and demeanor.

A rare, archaic Chinese character referring to a

Usage highlights

Dignified womanVirtuous appearanceUpright demeanorAncient term for female virtue

Synonyms

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text described her as a 婩 woman, meaning dignified and proper (婩女).
  • In classical literature, 婩 was used to depict female virtue (婩姿).
  • The term 婩 is rarely seen in modern usage.

Collocations

  • Dignified woman(婩女)
  • Virtuous appearance(婩姿)
  • Upright demeanor(婩态)
  • Ancient term for female virtue(古婩)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 婩 is an extremely rare character found primarily in classical Chinese texts.
  • It reflects traditional Confucian values emphasizing female virtue and proper conduct.
  • The character is virtually unknown in modern Chinese usage.

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