(yīn) - Yan — an ancient personal name & also appears in classical texts as a proper

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yīn | 13 strokes | radical:

· yīn

Yan — an ancient personal name;

also appears in classical texts as a proper name.

Yan — an ancient personal namealso appears in classical texts as a proper

Usage highlights

Personal name YanAncient figure YanHistorical name Yan
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Yan was a legendary figure (歅).
  • The name appears in ancient texts (歅).
  • Some historical records mention Yan (歅).

Collocations

  • Personal name Yan()
  • Ancient figure Yan()
  • Historical name Yan()

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears as a personal name in ancient Chinese texts and legends.
  • Considered an archaic character rarely used in modern contexts.

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