(chéng) - A type of ancient weapon or tool & used in personal names, often conveying strength and

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chéng | 11 strokes | radical:

· chéng

A type of ancient weapon or tool;

used in personal names, often conveying strength and reliability.

A type of ancient weapon or toolused in personal names, often conveying strength and

Usage highlights

Personal name usageAncient weaponBronze implement

Synonyms

  • battle-axe (similar ancient weapon)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This character appears in historical names (铖 as a name component).
  • It refers to an ancient bronze weapon (古代青铜兵器).
  • Modern usage is primarily in given names (现代主要用于人名).

Collocations

  • Personal name usage(人名用字)
  • Ancient weapon(古代兵器)
  • Bronze implement(青铜器具)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally denoted a type of weapon or tool in ancient China.
  • Now primarily used in personal names, conveying connotations of strength and steadfastness.
  • Rare in modern vocabulary outside of naming contexts.

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