桭 (zhēn) - Eaves — the overhanging edge of a roof & also refers to a type of tree or

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桭 · zhēn

Eaves — the overhanging edge of a roof;

also refers to a type of tree or a rafter.

Eaves — the overhanging edge of a roofalso refers to a type of tree or

Usage highlights

Eaves of a buildingRoof eavesEaves tileEaves gutterEaves decorationEaves board

Synonyms

  • 檐— eaves (more common character for same meaning)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The rain dripped from the eaves (屋檐).
  • The ancient temple had ornate eaves (雕梁画栋的檐).
  • Birds nested under the roof eaves (屋桭).

Collocations

  • Eaves of a building(屋檐)
  • Roof eaves(屋桭)
  • Eaves tile(檐瓦)
  • Eaves gutter(檐沟)
  • Eaves decoration(檐饰)
  • Eaves board(檐板)

Idioms

  • Under the eaves, one must bow his head(在人屋檐下，不得不低头)
  • Eaves water does not drip into another's field(檐水不滴他人田)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese architecture, eaves were often elaborately decorated to show status and wealth.
  • The character appears in classical texts describing buildings and construction.
  • Eaves provided practical protection from sun and rain while contributing to architectural aesthetics.

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