璟 (jǐng) - Jing — refers to the luster of jade & brilliance

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Jing — refers to the luster of jade;

brilliance;

splendor;

radiance;

used metaphorically for outstanding qualities or virtues.

Jing — refers to the luster of jadebrilliancesplendor

Usage highlights

Jade lusterJing jadeBrilliant jadeRadiant gemSplendid jadeJing splendor

Synonyms

  • 玉— jade
  • 琼— fine jade
  • 瑶— precious jade
  • 璨— gem's luster

Antonyms

  • 瑕— flaw in jade
  • 疵— defect

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The jade has a beautiful luster (玉有璟光).
  • Her talent shines brilliantly (才华璟然).
  • This is a masterpiece of jade carving (璟雕杰作).
  • The gemstone exhibits radiant colors (宝石璟彩).

Collocations

  • Jade luster(璟光)
  • Jing jade(璟玉)
  • Brilliant jade(璟瑜)
  • Radiant gem(璟宝)
  • Splendid jade(璟瑶)
  • Jing splendor(璟华)

Idioms

  • Jade's luster and pearl's glow(璟玉珠光)
  • Brilliant jade and flawless gem(璟玉无瑕)
  • Jade's radiance and pearl's beauty(璟玉珠华)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Derived from ancient appreciation of jade's beauty and symbolic value in Chinese culture.
  • Traditionally associated with virtue, nobility, and moral excellence through jade symbolism.
  • Often used in names to convey wishes for brilliance, excellence, and virtuous character.

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