(ě) - A rare character referring to a type of & also used in some personal names.

Tone 3

ě | 9 strokes | radical:

· ě

A rare character referring to a type of rock or mineral;

also used in some personal names.

A rare character referring to a type ofalso used in some personal names.

Usage highlights

砈石砈矿砈岩砈质砈层

Synonyms

  • stone, rock
  • rock, cliff

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This mineral specimen contains 砈石 (砈 stone).
  • The geological survey identified 砈矿 deposits (砈 ore).
  • Some traditional names use the character 砈 (砈).

Collocations

  • 砈石(砈 stone)
  • 砈矿(砈 ore)
  • 砈岩(砈 rock)
  • 砈质(砈 substance)
  • 砈层(砈 layer)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 砈 is an extremely rare character in modern Chinese usage.
  • Primarily appears in geological contexts or as a rare personal name character.
  • Due to its rarity, it carries little cultural significance in mainstream Chinese culture.

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