扆 (yǐ) - Screen — a type of folding screen or & also refers to the ceremonial screen behind the

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yǐ ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical: 户

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扆 · yǐ

Screen — a type of folding screen or partition used in ancient Chinese architecture;

also refers to the ceremonial screen behind the emperor's throne.

Screen — a type of folding screen oralso refers to the ceremonial screen behind the

Usage highlights

Ceremonial screenFolding screenPalace screenScreen and throneScreen curtainScreen decoration

Synonyms

  • 屏— screen, shield
  • 障— barrier, obstruction

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The emperor sat behind the ceremonial screen (扆座).
  • Ancient halls often had decorative screens (屏扆).
  • The palace was furnished with ornate folding screens (宫扆).

Collocations

  • Ceremonial screen(扆座)
  • Folding screen(屏扆)
  • Palace screen(宫扆)
  • Screen and throne(扆座)
  • Screen curtain(扆帷)
  • Screen decoration(扆饰)

Idioms

  • Sitting behind the screen to govern(负扆而治)
  • The emperor's screen and throne(南面负扆)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In ancient Chinese court ritual, the emperor would sit with his back to a screen (负扆) when receiving officials, symbolizing his authority.
  • The character appears in classical texts describing palace architecture and imperial ceremonies.
  • The screen (扆) was both a functional partition and a symbol of imperial dignity.

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