鎡 (zī) - Zi — an ancient term for a hoe & primarily used in the name of Zi Si

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鎡 · zī

Zi — an ancient term for a hoe or spade;

primarily used in the name of Zi Si (子思), a grandson of Confucius;

also appears in classical texts.

Zi — an ancient term for a hoeprimarily used in the name of Zi Sialso appears in classical texts.

Usage highlights

Zi Sihoes and spadesancient farming toolsConfucian disciplesclassical literature

Synonyms

  • 锄— hoe (more common modern term)
  • 耙— rake (similar farming tool)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Zi Si was a famous Confucian philosopher (子思).
  • Ancient farmers used hoes called zi (鎡基).
  • The character appears in classical Chinese texts (古籍).
  • Mencius mentions zi in his writings (孟子).

Collocations

  • Zi Si(子思)
  • hoes and spades(鎡基)
  • ancient farming tools(古代农具)
  • Confucian disciples(儒家弟子)
  • classical literature(古典文献)

Idioms

  • Zi Si's teachings(子思之教)
  • The way of Zi Si(子思之道)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily known through Zi Si (子思), Kong Ji, grandson of Confucius and important Confucian philosopher.
  • Originally referred to farming implements, showing connection between early Chinese philosophy and agricultural society.
  • Appears in classical texts like Mencius, indicating its historical usage in Warring States period.

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