葑 (fēng) - feng — refers to a type of turnip & specifically the kohlrabi or turnip cabbage.

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葑 · fēng

feng — refers to a type of turnip or radish;

specifically the kohlrabi or turnip cabbage.

feng — refers to a type of turnipspecifically the kohlrabi or turnip cabbage.

Usage highlights

KohlrabiPickled turnipTurnip fieldGrowing turnipsTurnip dish

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Kohlrabi is a type of vegetable (葑).
  • The ancient dish was made from pickled turnip (采葑).
  • He grows turnips in his garden (种葑).

Collocations

  • Kohlrabi(葑)
  • Pickled turnip(采葑)
  • Turnip field(葑田)
  • Growing turnips(种葑)
  • Turnip dish(葑肴)

Idioms

  • Down in the marshes, the reeds and rushes grow; thinking of that beauty, what can I do but go?(采葑采菲)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Mentioned in the ancient Chinese text 'Classic of Poetry' (诗经) as a type of edible plant.
  • Historically used as a food source, particularly in pickled or preserved forms.
  • The character appears in classical poetry and literature, often symbolizing humble sustenance.

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