(xuān) - Xuan — clever, wise, intelligent & possessing great wisdom and discernment.

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xuān | 20 strokes | radical:

· xuān

Xuan — clever, wise, intelligent;

possessing great wisdom and discernment.

Xuan — clever, wise, intelligentpossessing great wisdom and discernment.

Usage highlights

clever and wisesage wisdomwise and discerningwise wordswise counselwise judgment

Synonyms

  • wisdom, knowledge
  • intelligent, wise
  • clever, sharp-minded
  • bright, clear-sighted

Antonyms

  • foolish, stupid
  • dull, clumsy
  • silly, foolish

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He is exceptionally clever and wise (聪譞).
  • The sage's profound wisdom (圣譞) was admired by all.
  • Ancient texts praise his discernment (明譞).

Collocations

  • clever and wise(聪譞)
  • sage wisdom(圣譞)
  • wise and discerning(明譞)
  • wise words(譞言)
  • wise counsel(譞谋)
  • wise judgment(譞断)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing exceptional wisdom and intelligence.
  • Used in names to bestow qualities of wisdom, discernment and cleverness.
  • Considered a refined character with scholarly connotations.

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