(wèi) - Wei — a character used primarily in proper & also appears in some historical and literary contexts.

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wèi | 20 strokes | radical:

· wèi

Wei — a character used primarily in proper names, particularly in the surname Wei (蘶);

also appears in some historical and literary contexts.

Wei — a character used primarily in properalso appears in some historical and literary contexts.

Usage highlights

Surname WeiWei familyAncient character WeiWei script

Synonyms

  • Wei (more common character for the surname and place names)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He has the surname Wei (蘶先生).
  • This character appears in historical texts (古籍中的蘶字).
  • The name Wei is written with this character (名字用蘶字).

Collocations

  • Surname Wei(蘶姓)
  • Wei family(蘶家)
  • Ancient character Wei(古蘶字)
  • Wei script(蘶体)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily used as a surname character in Chinese culture.
  • Considered a rare character with limited usage in modern contexts.
  • Carries classical connotations due to its complex structure and historical usage.

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