炟 (dá) - Flaring & blazing

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dá ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

橙丁

炟 · dá

Flaring;

blazing;

used historically in personal names, notably Emperor Zhang of Han (汉章帝刘炟).

Flaringblazingused historically in personal names, notably Emperor Zhang

Usage highlights

Liu Daflaring fireblazing flameflaring brightlyblazing fiercely

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 熄— extinguish
  • 灭— put out

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Emperor Zhang of Han was named Liu Da (汉章帝刘炟).
  • The flames flared brightly (火焰炟然).
  • The fire blazed fiercely (火势炟炟).

Collocations

  • Liu Da(刘炟)
  • flaring fire(炟火)
  • blazing flame(炟焰)
  • flaring brightly(炟然)
  • blazing fiercely(炟炟)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Most famously associated with Emperor Zhang of Han (汉章帝刘炟), who reigned during the Eastern Han dynasty.
  • The character carries connotations of brightness, vigor, and imperial authority due to its historical usage.
  • Rare in modern usage outside of historical contexts or specialized names.

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