蟾 (chán) - toad & specifically refers to the toad in Chinese mythology,

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chán ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

偲嫦

蟾 · chán

toad;

specifically refers to the toad in Chinese mythology, often associated with the moon and immortality.

toadspecifically refers to the toad in Chinese mythology,

Usage highlights

ToadMoon toadGolden toadToad palaceToad lightToad saliva

Synonyms

  • 蛤蟆— toad or frog (general term)
  • 蟾蜍— toad (formal/biological term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The moon is said to have a toad (蟾蜍).
  • In folklore, Chang'e fled to the moon with a toad (玉兔与蟾蜍).
  • The toad is a symbol of longevity and wealth (金蟾).
  • He kept a toad as a pet (养了一只蟾蜍).

Collocations

  • Toad(蟾蜍)
  • Moon toad(月蟾)
  • Golden toad(金蟾)
  • Toad palace(蟾宫)
  • Toad light(蟾光)
  • Toad saliva(蟾酥)

Idioms

  • Climb the toad palace and break off the cassia branch(攀蟾折桂)
  • The toad in the moon(蟾宫折桂)
  • The golden toad spits money(金蟾吐钱)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese mythology, a toad (蟾蜍) resides on the moon, often depicted alongside the Jade Rabbit.
  • The golden toad (金蟾) is a popular Feng Shui symbol for attracting wealth and prosperity.
  • The toad is one of the five poisonous creatures in traditional Chinese medicine, yet its dried venom (蟾酥) is used medicinally.
  • Passing the imperial examinations was metaphorically described as 'breaking a branch from the toad palace' (蟾宫折桂).

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