朴 (pǔ) - Simple, plain, unadorned & refers to simplicity and naturalness without artificial embellishment

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pǔ ｜ 6 strokes ｜ radical: 木

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朴 · pǔ

Simple, plain, unadorned;

refers to simplicity and naturalness without artificial embellishment;

also a Korean surname (Park).

Simple, plain, unadornedrefers to simplicity and naturalness without artificial embellishmentalso a Korean surname (Park).

Usage highlights

Simple and unadornedAncient simplicityHonest and simpleSimple and sincereKorean surname ParkSimple and unpretentious

Synonyms

  • 素— plain, simple
  • 简— simple, brief
  • 质— plain, unadorned

Antonyms

  • 华— ornate, flowery
  • 奢— luxurious, extravagant
  • 艳— gorgeous, colorful

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He advocates a simple lifestyle (朴素 lifestyle).
  • This design is very plain and unadorned (朴素的 design).
  • The Korean surname Park is written as 朴 (Park).
  • Ancient simplicity (古朴) is valued in traditional aesthetics.

Collocations

  • Simple and unadorned(朴素)
  • Ancient simplicity(古朴)
  • Honest and simple(朴实)
  • Simple and sincere(朴拙)
  • Korean surname Park(朴)
  • Simple and unpretentious(朴质)

Idioms

  • Simple and unadorned, frugal and unpretentious(朴素无华)
  • Honest and sincere, simple and unadorned(朴实无华)
  • Return to simplicity and embrace plainness(返朴归真)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Daoist philosophy, 朴 represents the original, un-carved state of nature, symbolizing purity and authenticity.
  • As a Korean surname, 朴 is one of the most common surnames in Korea, romanized as Park.
  • The character embodies traditional Chinese values of modesty, simplicity, and naturalness.

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