輱 (xián) - Sound of chariots & also refers to a type of ancient chariot

輱Tone 2

xián ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

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輱 · xián

Sound of chariots;

also refers to a type of ancient chariot or cart.

Sound of chariotsalso refers to a type of ancient chariot

Usage highlights

Sound of chariots輱 chariot輱輱 soundAncient 輱 vehicle

Synonyms

  • 车— vehicle, chariot (general term)
  • 舆— carriage, chariot

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The sound of chariots rolling by (輱輱之声).
  • Ancient texts mention the 輱 chariot (輱车).
  • Archaeologists found remains of a 輱-type vehicle.

Collocations

  • Sound of chariots(輱輱)
  • 輱 chariot(輱车)
  • 輱輱 sound(輱輱声)
  • Ancient 輱 vehicle(古輱)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing ancient vehicles and their sounds.
  • Represents a specific type of chariot used in ancient China.
  • The character is rare in modern usage but preserved in historical contexts.

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