谠 (dǎng) - Candid, honest, straightforward — often used in formal

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dǎng ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

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谠 · dǎng

Candid, honest, straightforward — often used in formal or literary contexts to describe forthright speech or opinions.

Candid, honest, straightforward — often used in formal

Usage highlights

Candid speechHonest counselStraightforward discussionLoyal and honest wordsCandid advice

Synonyms

  • 直— straightforward, direct
  • 正— upright, correct
  • 诚— sincere, honest

Antonyms

  • 谄— flattering, sycophantic
  • 佞— glib, cunning in speech

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He offered candid advice (谠论).
  • The official was known for his honest counsel (谠言).
  • She is a model of straightforward speech (谠议).

Collocations

  • Candid speech(谠言)
  • Honest counsel(谠论)
  • Straightforward discussion(谠议)
  • Loyal and honest words(忠谠)
  • Candid advice(谠议之言)

Idioms

  • Candid words and honest advice(谠言嘉论)
  • Loyal and straightforward speech(忠谠之言)
  • Honest counsel and upright words(谠论侃侃)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 谠 is a classical term for upright, honest speech, often associated with loyal ministers or advisors in imperial Chinese history.
  • The character carries a formal, literary tone and is rarely used in casual modern conversation.
  • It is composed of the speech radical (讠) and the phonetic component 党, which historically also carried a meaning of 'upright' or 'just'.

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