嶊 (zuǐ) - High, towering — describes mountains or cliffs that & used in classical Chinese.

嶊Tone 3

zuǐ ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

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嶊 · zuǐ

High, towering — describes mountains or cliffs that are steep and lofty;

used in classical Chinese.

High, towering — describes mountains or cliffs thatused in classical Chinese.

Usage highlights

Towering cliffsLofty peaksSteep ridgesHigh mountainsMajestic rock formations

Synonyms

  • 高— high, tall
  • 峻— steep, lofty
  • 巍— towering, lofty

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The towering cliffs (嶊崣 cliffs) were breathtaking.
  • A poem described the mountain's lofty peaks (嶊嵬 peaks).
  • Ancient texts mention the steep ridges (嶊嶉 ridges) of the region.

Collocations

  • Towering cliffs(嶊崣)
  • Lofty peaks(嶊嵬)
  • Steep ridges(嶊嶉)
  • High mountains(嶊山)
  • Majestic rock formations(嶊岩)

Idioms

  • Towering and majestic(嶊嵬壮观)
  • Steep and precipitous(嶊嶉险峻)
  • Lofty and imposing(嶊然屹立)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily found in classical Chinese literature and poetry to describe majestic natural landscapes.
  • Often used in compound words with other mountain-related characters to emphasize height and grandeur.
  • Reflects the traditional Chinese aesthetic appreciation for mountainous scenery.

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