瑫 (tāo) - Jade ornament & a type of jade used for decorative purposes

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tāo ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

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瑫 · tāo

Jade ornament;

a type of jade used for decorative purposes in ancient China.

Jade ornamenta type of jade used for decorative purposes

Usage highlights

jade ornamentprecious jadecarved jadeancient jadejade decorationjade artifact

Synonyms

  • 玉— jade (general term)
  • 琼— fine jade
  • 瑶— precious jade

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient jade ornament (瑫) was exquisitely carved.
  • He collected various jade artifacts including 瑫 pieces.
  • This museum displays a rare 瑫 from the Tang dynasty.
  • The character 瑫 appears in classical texts describing jade decorations.

Collocations

  • jade ornament(玉瑫)
  • precious jade(宝瑫)
  • carved jade(雕瑫)
  • ancient jade(古瑫)
  • jade decoration(瑫饰)
  • jade artifact(瑫器)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 瑫 refers to a specific type of jade ornament used in ancient Chinese decoration and artifacts.
  • Jade has deep cultural significance in Chinese tradition, symbolizing purity, beauty, and moral integrity.
  • Characters with the jade radical (王/玉) often relate to precious stones, jewelry, or valuable objects.

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