(hóng) - Hong — an archaic or rare character meaning & also used in names.

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hóng | 13 strokes | radical:

· hóng

Hong — an archaic or rare character meaning to fly, to soar;

also used in names.

Hong — an archaic or rare character meaningalso used in names.

Usage highlights

To soarFlying highSoaring birdAncient nameRare character

Synonyms

  • to fly
  • to soar
  • to hover, to soar

Antonyms

  • to fall
  • to descend

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The bird soars in the sky (翝翔).
  • An ancient name with the character 翝 (翝).
  • The character is used in poetic contexts (翝).

Collocations

  • To soar(翝翔)
  • Flying high(高翝)
  • Soaring bird(翝鸟)
  • Ancient name()
  • Rare character(翝字)

Idioms

  • Soaring high and far(翝翔高远)
  • Flying with outstretched wings(展翅翝翔)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A rare character, often found in classical texts or poetic contexts.
  • Used in names to convey aspirations of soaring high or achieving greatness.
  • May be associated with mythical or legendary birds in Chinese folklore.

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