轩 (xuān) - High-fronted, curtained carriage used by ancient nobles & tall

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xuān ｜ 7 strokes ｜ radical: 车

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轩 · xuān

High-fronted, curtained carriage used by ancient nobles;

tall;

lofty;

pavilion;

study;

window

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Usage highlights

Lofty and dignifiedPavilion or studyAncient carriageMr./Ms.Tall and spaciousXuan Yuan

Synonyms

  • 车— carriage, vehicle
  • 室— room, study
  • 阁— pavilion, loft

Antonyms

  • 卑— low, humble
  • 陋— simple, crude

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He has a refined and elegant study (轩室).
  • The pavilion stands tall and imposing (轩昂).
  • This is Mr. Wang's studio (王轩).
  • The carriage moved forward steadily (轩车).

Collocations

  • Lofty and dignified(轩昂)
  • Pavilion or study(轩室)
  • Ancient carriage(轩车)
  • Mr./Ms. (used as honorific)(轩)
  • Tall and spacious(轩敞)
  • Xuan Yuan (Yellow Emperor)(轩辕)

Idioms

  • Xuan Yuan Yellow Emperor(轩辕黄帝)
  • Lofty and dignified spirit(气宇轩昂)
  • Horse and carriage(驷马高轩)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to a high-fronted carriage used by aristocrats in ancient China, symbolizing status.
  • Extended meaning includes tall buildings, pavilions, and studies, conveying elegance and refinement.
  • Commonly used in given names to imply nobility, elegance, and a lofty character.

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