磶 (xì) - A stone base or plinth, particularly the stone
磶 · xì
A stone base or plinth, particularly the stone foundation for a pillar in traditional Chinese architecture.
A stone base or plinth, particularly the stone
Usage highlights
Stone basePillar baseFoundation stoneStone plinthArchitectural baseSupporting stone
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The temple pillars rest on stone bases (磶石).
- Traditional architecture uses stone plinths (柱磶) for structural support.
- The stone foundation (基础磶) provides stability to the wooden structure.
Collocations
- Stone base(磶石)
- Pillar base(柱磶)
- Foundation stone(基础磶)
- Stone plinth(石磶)
- Architectural base(建筑磶)
- Supporting stone(支撑磶)
Idioms
- Firm as a stone foundation(坚如磶石)
- Stone foundation and jade pillar(磶石玉柱)
- Solid foundation and sturdy structure(磶固构坚)
Cultural background
FAQ- Used in traditional Chinese architecture as the stone foundation for wooden pillars.
- Represents stability, foundation, and structural integrity in building design.
- Reflects the importance of solid foundations in both physical structures and metaphorical contexts.