(tuǒ) - An archaic character meaning 'graceful and easy', 'leisurely'

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tuǒ | 6 strokes | radical: 彳

· tuǒ

An archaic character meaning 'graceful and easy', 'leisurely' (archaic usage).

An archaic character meaning 'graceful and easy', 'leisurely'

Usage highlights

Graceful and easyLeisurely paceCalm and composedUnhurried demeanorElegant bearing

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text described his walk as graceful and leisurely (彵彵而行).
  • In classical poetry, it evokes a calm and unhurried demeanor (彵然自得).
  • The term is rarely used in modern Chinese (彵 is archaic).

Collocations

  • Graceful and easy(彵彵)
  • Leisurely pace(彵行)
  • Calm and composed(彵然)
  • Unhurried demeanor(彵态)
  • Elegant bearing(彵姿)

Idioms

  • Walking gracefully and leisurely(彵彵而行)
  • Calm and self-satisfied(彵然自得)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 彵 is an archaic character found primarily in classical texts and poetry.
  • It conveys a sense of grace, ease, and leisure, often describing a person's demeanor or movement.
  • Due to its rarity, it is not commonly used in modern language but may appear in literary or historical contexts.

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