皬 (hé) - White & bright

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hé ｜ 21 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

皬 · hé

White;

bright;

pure;

often used in classical texts to describe white or bright objects.

Whitebrightpure

Usage highlights

White jadeBright whitePure whiteWhite feathersBright and shiningWhite frost

Synonyms

  • 白— white
  • 皓— bright white
  • 皎— bright white

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The white color of jade(玉之皬色)
  • Bright and shining(皬皬生辉)
  • Pure white feathers(皬羽)

Collocations

  • White jade(皬玉)
  • Bright white(皬白)
  • Pure white(皬洁)
  • White feathers(皬羽)
  • Bright and shining(皬皬)
  • White frost(皬霜)

Idioms

  • Bright and pure as jade(皬如白玉)
  • White feathers shining brightly(皬羽生辉)
  • Pure white without blemish(皬然无瑕)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily appears in classical Chinese literature and poetry
  • Often used to describe the pure white color of jade, feathers, or frost
  • Carries connotations of purity, brightness, and elegance

FAQ