(dǎn) - A type of jade & a jade ornament.

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dǎn | 8 strokes | radical: 王

· dǎn

A type of jade;

a jade ornament.

A type of jadea jade ornament.

Usage highlights

Jade 玬玬 ornamentCarved 玬玬 hairpinAncient 玬

Synonyms

  • jade (general term)
  • 玉佩jade pendant

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient jade ornament (玬) was exquisitely carved.
  • She wore a hairpin adorned with a piece of 玬.
  • The museum displayed a collection of 玬 from the Han dynasty.

Collocations

  • Jade 玬(玉玬)
  • 玬 ornament(玬饰)
  • Carved 玬(雕玬)
  • 玬 hairpin(玬簪)
  • Ancient 玬(古玬)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 玬 is a specific term for a type of jade or jade ornament, reflecting the high cultural value placed on jade in Chinese history.
  • Jade (玉) symbolizes purity, beauty, and moral integrity in Chinese culture.

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