諥 (zhòng) - To speak decisively and authoritatively & to make a solemn statement or declaration.

諥Tone 4

zhòng ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

志

諥 · zhòng

To speak decisively and authoritatively;

to make a solemn statement or declaration.

To speak decisively and authoritativelyto make a solemn statement or declaration.

Usage highlights

Solemn speechAuthoritative statementFirm declarationDecisive pronouncementResolute announcementCommanding utterance

Synonyms

  • 鄭— solemn, serious (in manner)
  • 重— weighty, important
  • 嚴— stern, strict

Antonyms

  • 輕— light, frivolous
  • 戲— playful, joking
  • 謔— banter, jest

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He spoke with authority (諥諥而言).
  • The judge delivered a solemn verdict (法官諥諥宣判).
  • She made a firm declaration (她諥諥声明).

Collocations

  • Solemn speech(諥言)
  • Authoritative statement(諥諥)
  • Firm declaration(諥告)
  • Decisive pronouncement(諥判)
  • Resolute announcement(諥宣)
  • Commanding utterance(諥令)

Idioms

  • To speak with authority and gravity(諥諥而言)
  • A solemn and weighty declaration(諥諥之辞)
  • Resolute and unwavering speech(諥而不疑)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character appears in classical Chinese texts describing authoritative speech.
  • It conveys a sense of formality and gravity in declaration.
  • Often used in contexts involving official pronouncements or solemn statements.

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