珄 (shēng) - Bright & lustrous

珄Tone 1

shēng ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

上姝

珄 · shēng

Bright;

lustrous;

brilliant (of jade or gems).

Brightlustrousbrilliant (of jade or gems).

Usage highlights

Bright jadeLustrous gemBrilliant craftShining treasureResplendent jade article

Synonyms

  • 亮— bright
  • 明— bright, clear
  • 莹— lustrous, gleaming (of jade)

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark, dim
  • 晦— obscure, gloomy

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The jade has a brilliant luster (珄玉).
  • A gem with a bright shine (珄石).
  • The craftsmanship makes the jade lustrous (珄工).

Collocations

  • Bright jade(珄玉)
  • Lustrous gem(珄石)
  • Brilliant craft(珄工)
  • Shining treasure(珄宝)
  • Resplendent jade article(珄器)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character 珄 contains the jade radical (王/玉), indicating its association with jade and precious stones.
  • In Chinese culture, jade symbolizes purity, beauty, and moral integrity; characters with the jade radical often carry positive connotations of value and refinement.

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