誗 (chán) - To speak skillfully and persuasively & to use clever or artful words.

誗Tone 2

chán ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

偲嫦

誗 · chán

To speak skillfully and persuasively;

to use clever or artful words.

To speak skillfully and persuasivelyto use clever or artful words.

Usage highlights

Persuasive speechArtful wordsClever rhetoricEloquent discourseSkillful argument

Synonyms

  • 辩— to debate; argue
  • 说— to speak; persuade
  • 谈— to talk; discuss

Antonyms

  • 默— silent; taciturn

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The diplomat was known for his persuasive speech (誗辞).
  • She used artful words to negotiate the agreement (誗言).
  • His clever rhetoric won over the audience (誗说).

Collocations

  • Persuasive speech(誗辞)
  • Artful words(誗言)
  • Clever rhetoric(誗说)
  • Eloquent discourse(誗论)
  • Skillful argument(誗辩)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This is a rare character, primarily found in classical texts.
  • It reflects the high cultural value placed on eloquent and persuasive speech in traditional Chinese society.

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