(bǐng) - Bright & brilliant

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bǐng | 9 strokes | radical:

· bǐng

Bright;

brilliant;

shining (of light, especially sunlight).

Brightbrilliantshining (of light, especially sunlight).

Usage highlights

Bright and shiningBrilliant lightBright virtueSun's brillianceLuminous jadeShining star

Synonyms

  • bright, clear
  • bright, shiny
  • light, radiance

Antonyms

  • dark, dim
  • dark, obscure

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The sun is bright and radiant (日昺).
  • A name meaning 'brilliant light' (昺光).
  • A bright and virtuous character (昺德).

Collocations

  • Bright and shining(昺昺)
  • Brilliant light(昺光)
  • Bright virtue(昺德)
  • Sun's brilliance(日昺)
  • Luminous jade(昺玉)
  • Shining star(昺星)

Idioms

  • As bright as the sun and moon(如日月之昺)
  • A heart shining with virtue(德心昺然)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 昺 is a classical character often found in historical texts and literary names, conveying a sense of brilliance and virtue.
  • It is associated with positive qualities like intelligence, moral clarity, and radiant energy, making it suitable for aspirational names.
  • While rare in modern daily usage, it retains a classical, scholarly aesthetic.

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