暻 (jǐng) - Bright & brilliant

暻Tone 3

jǐng ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

傑君

暻 · jǐng

Bright;

brilliant;

refers to bright light or radiance;

also used in names to convey brilliance and clarity.

Brightbrilliantrefers to bright light or radiance

Usage highlights

Bright lightBrilliant jadeClear and brightShining characterRadiant appearanceLuminous wisdom

Synonyms

  • 明— bright, clear
  • 亮— bright, shining
  • 光— light, radiance
  • 辉— brilliance, splendor

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark, dim
  • 昏— dusky, dim
  • 昧— obscure, unclear

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The morning sun is bright and clear (晨光暻暻).
  • A name meaning brilliant light (光暻).
  • His character shines brightly (品性暻然).
  • The jade has a brilliant luster (玉色暻暻).

Collocations

  • Bright light(暻光)
  • Brilliant jade(暻玉)
  • Clear and bright(暻明)
  • Shining character(暻品)
  • Radiant appearance(暻貌)
  • Luminous wisdom(暻智)

Idioms

  • Brilliant light shining forth(暻光四射)
  • Clear and bright as jade(暻如美玉)
  • Radiant virtue and talent(德才暻暻)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 暻 is composed of 日 (sun) and 景 (scenery), suggesting brilliant sunlight illuminating a beautiful scene.
  • Used in classical Chinese to describe bright light and radiant appearances, particularly of jade and virtuous qualities.
  • In naming contexts, it conveys positive attributes of brilliance, clarity, and moral excellence.

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