(liàn) - Lian — an archaic Chinese character with uncertain

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liàn | 12 strokes | radical:

· liàn

Lian — an archaic Chinese character with uncertain meaning, possibly related to a type of jade or a woman's name in ancient times.

Lian — an archaic Chinese character with uncertain
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This character appears in ancient texts (媡) but its usage is rare.
  • It might have been used in female names (媡) historically.
  • Some dictionaries classify it as a variant form (媡).

Cultural background

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  • Appears in some ancient dictionaries and texts, but its exact cultural significance is unclear.
  • Likely used as a personal name component in historical contexts, particularly for women.

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