愙 (kè) - Ke — an ancient variant of 恪, meaning & used in names to denote respect and prudence.

愙Tone 4

kè ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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愙 · kè

Ke — an ancient variant of 恪, meaning respectful, reverent, cautious;

used in names to denote respect and prudence.

Ke — an ancient variant of 恪, meaningused in names to denote respect and prudence.

Usage highlights

Respectful and cautiousReverent and prudent愙轩愙然

Synonyms

  • 恪— respectful, reverent (standard form)
  • 敬— respect, revere
  • 慎— cautious, prudent

Antonyms

  • 傲— arrogant, proud
  • 慢— disrespectful, slow

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He was named with the character 愙 to signify respect (愙).
  • In ancient texts, 愙 appears as a variant of 恪 (愙).
  • The name 愙轩 (Kè Xuān) implies a respectful and refined demeanor.

Collocations

  • Respectful and cautious(愙慎)
  • Reverent and prudent(愙谨)
  • 愙轩 (Kè Xuān) — respectful and lofty
  • 愙然 (Kè Rán) — reverent and composed

Idioms

  • Respectful and cautious in conduct(愙慎行事)
  • Reverent and steadfast(愙然不动)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 愙 is an ancient variant of 恪, which carries connotations of respect and caution, often used in classical contexts.
  • In naming, it conveys a sense of reverence, prudence, and moral integrity, drawing from Confucian values.
  • Its usage is rare in modern times but appreciated in classical or scholarly names for its dignified tone.

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