Is 蔤 commonly used in modern Chinese?

No, 蔤 is a relatively rare character in modern usage. The more common term for lotus root is 藕 (ǒu) or 莲藕 (lián'ǒu).

What is the cultural significance of the lotus root (蔤)?

The lotus root symbolizes purity, integrity, and enduring connections because it grows in mud but remains clean, and its segments are linked even when broken.

Is 蔤 suitable for use in personal names?

It is uncommon but possible, especially for those seeking a unique, nature-inspired name with deep cultural resonance. It conveys qualities of purity, resilience, and inner beauty.

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蔤 · mì

Mì — lotus root, specifically the edible rhizome of the lotus plant (Nelumbo nucifera).

Mì — lotus root, specifically the edible rhizome

Usage highlights

Lotus rootLotus rhizomeWhite lotus rootLotus root starchSweet lotus rootLotus root soup

Synonyms

藕— lotus root (more common term)
莲藕— lotus root (full term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

The lotus root (蔤) is crisp and delicious when stir-fried.
In traditional medicine, lotus root (蔤) is considered cooling.
The dish featured thinly sliced lotus root (蔤).
藕蔤 (ǒu mì) refers to the interconnected segments of the lotus rhizome.

Collocations

Lotus root(藕蔤)
Lotus rhizome(荷蔤)
White lotus root(白蔤)
Lotus root starch(蔤粉)
Sweet lotus root(甜蔤)
Lotus root soup(蔤汤)

Idioms

Though the lotus root is severed, the fibers remain joined(藕断蔤连)
Roots deeply buried in the mud(深根固蔤)

Cultural background

FAQ

The lotus plant holds significant cultural value in Chinese tradition, symbolizing purity, integrity, and enlightenment, as it rises clean from muddy water.
The lotus root (蔤) is a common ingredient in Chinese cuisine, valued for its crisp texture and nutritional properties.
Its interconnected structure makes it a symbol of enduring connection and resilience in relationships and endeavors.

蔤 (mì) - Mì — lotus root, specifically the edible rhizome