暛 (suǒ) - Bright, clear (of appearance) & beautiful, elegant (archaic usage).

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suǒ ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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暛 · suǒ

Bright, clear (of appearance);

beautiful, elegant (archaic usage).

Bright, clear (of appearance)beautiful, elegant (archaic usage).

Usage highlights

Bright appearanceElegant countenanceBeautiful sceneryClear and brightGraceful demeanorRadiant beauty

Synonyms

  • 明— bright, clear
  • 亮— bright, shining
  • 美— beautiful
  • 丽— beautiful, elegant

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark, dim
  • 丑— ugly
  • 浊— turbid, muddy

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The moon appears bright and clear (暛暛).
  • Her elegant appearance (暛容) was striking.
  • The bright and beautiful scenery (暛景) captivated everyone.

Collocations

  • Bright appearance(暛暛)
  • Elegant countenance(暛容)
  • Beautiful scenery(暛景)
  • Clear and bright(暛明)
  • Graceful demeanor(暛态)
  • Radiant beauty(暛丽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 暛 is a rare character in modern Chinese, primarily found in classical texts.
  • It carries connotations of aesthetic beauty and clarity, often describing appearances or scenery.
  • The character's usage reflects classical Chinese appreciation for visual elegance and refinement.

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