葮 (duàn) - A type of plant, specifically referring to the & used in classical Chinese texts and poetry.

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duàn ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

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葮 · duàn

A type of plant, specifically referring to the hibiscus or lotus flower;

used in classical Chinese texts and poetry.

A type of plant, specifically referring to theused in classical Chinese texts and poetry.

Usage highlights

Hibiscus flowerLotus plantFloral beautyClassical plant name

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The hibiscus flower blooms beautifully (葮花).
  • Ancient texts mention this plant (古书中的葮).
  • Poets often compare beauty to the hibiscus (诗人常用葮比喻美人).

Collocations

  • Hibiscus flower(葮花)
  • Lotus plant(莲葮)
  • Floral beauty(葮容)
  • Classical plant name(古葮)

Idioms

  • Hibiscus emerging from clear water(清水出葮)
  • Lotus blooming in summer(夏葮盛开)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese poetry and literature as an elegant floral reference.
  • Often associated with feminine beauty and purity in traditional contexts.
  • Used in botanical descriptions in ancient Chinese texts.

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