琍 (lí) - A type of jade & often used in names for its beautiful, gem-like

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琍 · lí

A type of jade;

often used in names for its beautiful, gem-like quality.

A type of jadeoften used in names for its beautiful, gem-like

Usage highlights

JadeElegant jadePure jadeJade gemJade splendorJade dew

Synonyms

  • 璃— glass; crystal (similar sound and gemstone association)
  • 玉— jade (general term for jade)
  • 琼— fine jade; beautiful jade

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Her name contains the character for jade (琍).
  • This jade carving is exquisite (琍玉 carving).
  • The name 琍雅 sounds elegant (琍雅).

Collocations

  • Jade-like(琍玉)
  • Elegant jade(琍雅)
  • Pure jade(琍洁)
  • Jade gem(琍宝)
  • Jade splendor(琍华)
  • Jade dew(琍露)

Idioms

  • None commonly associated with this character

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 琍 is a variant form used primarily in personal names rather than common vocabulary.
  • Like other jade-related characters, it carries connotations of beauty, purity, and preciousness.
  • In naming traditions, jade characters are considered auspicious and elegant.

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