() - He — an ancient type of bell used & also refers to a small bell or chime

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He — an ancient type of bell used in rituals;

also refers to a small bell or chime in classical texts.

He — an ancient type of bell usedalso refers to a small bell or chime

Usage highlights

ritual bellhe bellancient hebronze hehe sound

Synonyms

  • bell (more general term)
  • small bell, chime

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ritual bell (鉌) was used in ceremonies.
  • Ancient musical instruments included bells like the he (古鉌).
  • The sound of the he bell (鉌声) was clear and resonant.

Collocations

  • ritual bell(礼鉌)
  • he bell(鉌钟)
  • ancient he(古鉌)
  • bronze he(铜鉌)
  • he sound(鉌声)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鉌 was a type of bell used in ancient Chinese ritual music and ceremonies.
  • It appears in classical texts describing Zhou dynasty musical instruments.
  • As a rare character, it carries classical and scholarly connotations.

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