(yán) - A variant form of 妍 (yán), meaning beautiful,

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yán | 14 strokes | radical:

· yán

A variant form of 妍 (yán), meaning beautiful, elegant, or graceful.

Used primarily in classical or literary contexts.

A variant form of 妍 (yán), meaning beautiful,

Usage highlights

Beautiful appearanceElegant and gracefulFeminine beautyLovely and delicateBright and beautiful

Synonyms

  • beautiful, elegant
  • beautiful
  • pretty, beautiful
  • gorgeous, colorful

Antonyms

  • ugly
  • plain, homely

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The classical text used the character 蔅 (蔅) to describe feminine beauty.
  • This variant form appears in some historical documents (古籍中的蔅字).
  • The name 蔅 carries connotations of elegance and beauty (优雅美丽).

Collocations

  • Beautiful appearance(蔅容)
  • Elegant and graceful(蔅丽)
  • Feminine beauty(蔅媚)
  • Lovely and delicate(蔅婉)
  • Bright and beautiful(蔅艳)

Idioms

  • Competing in beauty and elegance(争蔅斗艳)
  • All things beautiful and lovely(百蔅齐放)
  • Extremely beautiful and captivating(蔅姿绝色)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character is a classical variant of 妍 (yán) and appears in historical texts.
  • It carries strong associations with feminine beauty and elegance in traditional Chinese aesthetics.
  • The character is rarely used in modern contexts but may appear in artistic or literary names.

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