笶 (shǐ) - A variant form of 矢 (shǐ), meaning arrow & to vow

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shǐ ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

上姝

笶 · shǐ

A variant form of 矢 (shǐ), meaning arrow;

to vow;

straight;

also used in names.

A variant form of 矢 (shǐ), meaning arrowto vowstraight

Usage highlights

Ancient arrowTo vow solemnlyStraightforward speechArrow targetBamboo arrow

Synonyms

  • 矢— arrow; to vow; straight (standard form)
  • 箭— arrow (more common term for arrow)

Antonyms

  • 曲— curved; bent (antonym to the straight meaning)
  • 弯— bent; curved (antonym to the straight meaning)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Ancient arrow(古笶)
  • To vow solemnly(笶志)
  • Straightforward speech(笶言)

Collocations

  • Ancient arrow(古笶)
  • To vow solemnly(笶志)
  • Straightforward speech(笶言)
  • Arrow target(笶的)
  • Bamboo arrow(竹笶)

Idioms

  • Vow with unwavering determination(笶志不渝)
  • Speak directly and honestly(笶口直言)
  • As straight as an arrow(如笶之直)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 笶 is a variant form of 矢, which was an important weapon and tool in ancient China.
  • In classical texts, 矢/笶 was used metaphorically to represent straightness, honesty, and solemn vows.
  • The character appears in some historical names and classical references as a variant form.

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