(diǎn) - Dian — an obscure, archaic Chinese character with

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diǎn | 11 strokes | radical:

· diǎn

Dian — an obscure, archaic Chinese character with uncertain meaning, possibly related to a woman's name or appearance in ancient texts.

Dian — an obscure, archaic Chinese character with
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This character appears in ancient dictionaries (古字典中可见此字).
  • Rarely used in modern contexts (现代语境中罕见).
  • May refer to an ancient woman's name (可能指古代女子名).

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical texts like the Kangxi Dictionary as an obscure character.
  • Likely used in historical personal names, though documentation is sparse.
  • Its radical (女) suggests association with femininity or female attributes.

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