杺 (xīn) - An ancient name for a type of tree & the core or pith of wood

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xīn ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 木

想信

杺 · xīn

An ancient name for a type of tree;

the core or pith of wood;

used in names to convey sincerity, inner beauty, or a steadfast nature.

An ancient name for a type of treethe core or pith of woodused in names to convey sincerity, inner beauty,

Usage highlights

Tree coreSincere heartInner beautySteadfast naturePure intention

Synonyms

  • 心— heart; mind; core
  • 芯— core; wick

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The name 杺悦 (Xīnyuè) suggests a joyful heart.
  • In classical texts, 杺 refers to the core of wood (木心).
  • The character 杺 is sometimes used poetically for 'heart' or 'core'.

Collocations

  • Tree core(木杺)
  • Sincere heart(真心如杺)
  • Inner beauty(内秀如杺)
  • Steadfast nature(坚如木杺)
  • Pure intention(杺意)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Rare character with poetic connotations of inner essence and sincerity.
  • Used in naming to imply a person with depth, purity, and steadfast character.
  • Associated with the wood element due to its radical and meaning.

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