淂 (dé) - Dé — an archaic variant of 得 (dé), & also used in Buddhist texts.

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dé ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

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淂 · dé

Dé — an archaic variant of 得 (dé), meaning 'to obtain', 'to get', 'to gain';

also used in Buddhist texts.

Dé — an archaic variant of 得 (dé),also used in Buddhist texts.

Usage highlights

obtain enlightenmentgain meritacquire virtueachieve realizationget the methodobtain the fruit

Synonyms

  • 得— to obtain, to get (modern standard form)

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He obtained enlightenment (淂道).
  • One must gain merit (淂功).
  • To acquire virtue (淂德).

Collocations

  • obtain enlightenment(淂道)
  • gain merit(淂功)
  • acquire virtue(淂德)
  • achieve realization(淂悟)
  • get the method(淂法)
  • obtain the fruit(淂果)

Idioms

  • Obtain the Way and ascend(淂道升天)
  • Gain the mind and see the nature(淂心见性)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 淂 is an archaic variant of 得, primarily found in classical texts and Buddhist scriptures.
  • In Buddhist context, it often refers to obtaining spiritual realization or merit.
  • The character is rarely used in modern Chinese, appearing mainly in historical or religious documents.

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