(gàn) - A large piece of wood & a log

Tone 4

gàn | 17 strokes | radical:

· gàn

A large piece of wood;

a log;

a trunk;

also refers to a type of tree.

A large piece of wooda loga trunk

Usage highlights

large logwood trunktree typesolid woodlog material

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • They used a thick log (大檊) to build the cabin.
  • The carpenter selected a sturdy trunk (檊木) for the project.
  • This type of tree (檊树) is known for its durability.

Collocations

  • large log(大檊)
  • wood trunk(檊木)
  • tree type(檊树)
  • solid wood(坚檊)
  • log material(檊材)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 檊 is a relatively rare character in modern usage, primarily appearing in classical or specialized texts.
  • The character's composition with the wood radical (木) clearly indicates its association with trees and wood.
  • In historical contexts, it might refer to specific types of timber used in construction or carpentry.

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