(yán) - A type of ancient tree, specifically referring to

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yán | 13 strokes | radical:

· yán

A type of ancient tree, specifically referring to the Chinese hackberry tree (Celtis sinensis).

A type of ancient tree, specifically referring to

Usage highlights

Hackberry treeHackberry woodHackberry leafAncient hackberryHackberry forest

Synonyms

  • 朴树Chinese hackberry (alternative name)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient hackberry tree (古楌) stood tall in the courtyard.
  • We studied the hackberry's leaves (楌叶) in botany class.
  • Hackberry wood (楌木) is used for certain crafts.

Collocations

  • Hackberry tree(楌树)
  • Hackberry wood(楌木)
  • Hackberry leaf(楌叶)
  • Ancient hackberry(古楌)
  • Hackberry forest(楌林)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The hackberry tree (楌) appears in classical Chinese botanical texts.
  • In traditional Chinese culture, trees like the hackberry were sometimes planted for ornamental purposes.

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