炬 (jù) - torch & firebrand

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jù ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 火

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炬 · jù

torch;

firebrand;

bright light;

to illuminate.

torchfirebrandbright light

Usage highlights

Olympic torchtorch relaytorchlighttorch bearerfire torchbright as a torch

Synonyms

  • 火把— torch, firebrand
  • 火炬— torch, especially ceremonial
  • 灯— lamp, light

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark, dim
  • 黑— black, dark

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He held a torch (火炬) to light the way.
  • The Olympic torch relay (火炬传递) is a major event.
  • The lighthouse beacon (灯塔炬光) guided ships safely.
  • They used a firebrand (火把) to start the campfire.

Collocations

  • Olympic torch(奥运火炬)
  • torch relay(火炬传递)
  • torchlight(炬光)
  • torch bearer(火炬手)
  • fire torch(火炬)
  • bright as a torch(目光如炬)

Idioms

  • Eyes as bright as torches(目光如炬)
  • To see things clearly with sharp insight(洞若观火)
  • To illuminate the darkness(照亮黑暗)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically used as a practical light source before electricity.
  • Symbolizes enlightenment, guidance, and hope in Chinese culture.
  • The Olympic torch carries symbolic meaning of peace and unity.

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