滱 (kòu) - Kou — name of an ancient river in

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kòu ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

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滱 · kòu

Kou — name of an ancient river in northern China, specifically the Kou River (滱水), a former name for the Tang River in Hebei province.

Kou — name of an ancient river in

Usage highlights

Kou RiverKou ShuiAncient Kou RiverKou River valley

Synonyms

  • 唐河— Tang River (modern name for the ancient Kou River)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The Kou River (滱水) was an ancient waterway in Hebei.
  • Historical texts mention Kou Shui (滱水) flowing through the region.
  • This character appears mainly in historical geographical names like Kou Shui (滱水).

Collocations

  • Kou River(滱水)
  • Kou Shui(滱水)
  • Ancient Kou River(古滱水)
  • Kou River valley(滱水流域)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 滱水 was an ancient river name in northern China, mentioned in historical texts like 'Commentary on the Water Classic' (水经注).
  • The character is primarily used in historical and geographical contexts, particularly for the river now known as the Tang River (唐河) in Hebei.
  • This character represents a specialized geographical term rather than common vocabulary.

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