(hóng) - Hong — a rare character meaning vast, expansive, & used in names and literary contexts to convey

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hóng | 12 strokes | radical:

· hóng

Hong — a rare character meaning vast, expansive, or soaring high;

used in names and literary contexts to convey grandeur or loftiness.

Hong — a rare character meaning vast, expansive,used in names and literary contexts to convey

Usage highlights

Hong in namesSoaring HongGrand HongMajestic HongExpansive HongLofty Hong

Synonyms

  • vast, great
  • broad, expansive
  • 鸿grand, vast; wild swan

Antonyms

  • tiny, minute
  • narrow, confined

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The name Hong conveys a sense of grandeur (竤).
  • A literary description of soaring mountains (竤山).
  • An expansive and majestic view (竤景).

Collocations

  • Hong in names()
  • Soaring Hong(竤翔)
  • Grand Hong(竤大)
  • Majestic Hong(竤伟)
  • Expansive Hong(竤阔)
  • Lofty Hong(竤高)

Idioms

  • Soaring high with grand aspirations(竤飞之志)
  • Vast and majestic scenery(竤丽景色)
  • Grand and lofty spirit(竤然之气)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily used in personal names to imply grandeur, ambition, or lofty qualities.
  • A rare character with classical literary connotations, often chosen for its unique and elegant appearance.
  • Evokes imagery of soaring heights and expansive vistas, symbolizing aspiration and greatness.

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