(chē) - chariot — specifically refers to a type of & also used in the name of a precious

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chē | 12 strokes | radical:

· chē

chariot — specifically refers to a type of chariot or vehicle;

also used in the name of a precious stone (chrysoprase).

chariot — specifically refers to a type ofalso used in the name of a precious

Usage highlights

chariot formationchariot wheelchariot trackchariot battlechrysoprase gemstonechariot model

Synonyms

  • vehicle, chariot (more common character for vehicle)
  • imperial carriage

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient chariot (硨) was used in warfare.
  • Chrysoprase is a type of gemstone (硨磲).
  • The chariot formation (硨陣) was important in ancient battles.
  • He collects antique chariot models (硨模型).

Collocations

  • chariot formation(硨陣)
  • chariot wheel(硨輪)
  • chariot track(硨轍)
  • chariot battle(硨戰)
  • chrysoprase gemstone(硨磲)
  • chariot model(硨模型)

Idioms

  • Like a chariot charging forward(如硨前行)
  • Chariot and horse formation(硨馬陣)
  • Chariot tracks mark the path(硨轍指路)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically associated with ancient Chinese warfare and transportation.
  • Used in the name of chrysoprase, a green gemstone valued in Chinese culture.
  • Appears in classical texts describing military formations and vehicles.

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