锋 (fēng) - Sharp point & cutting edge

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fēng ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

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锋 · fēng

Sharp point;

cutting edge;

vanguard;

forefront;

refers to anything sharp or leading.

Sharp pointcutting edgevanguard

Usage highlights

Sharp bladeVanguardSharpPioneerPeakCutting edge

Synonyms

  • 锐— sharp, acute
  • 尖— pointed, tip
  • 刃— blade, edge

Antonyms

  • 钝— blunt, dull
  • 拙— clumsy, unskilled

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The knife has a sharp blade (锋利的刀刃).
  • He is at the forefront of technology (技术的前锋).
  • The debate was sharp and intense (一场锋利的辩论).
  • The army's vanguard advanced quickly (军队的先锋快速前进).

Collocations

  • Sharp blade(锋刃)
  • Vanguard(先锋)
  • Sharp(锋利)
  • Pioneer(前锋)
  • Peak(锋面)
  • Cutting edge(锋线)

Idioms

  • To be in the vanguard(冲锋陷阵)
  • To be sharp-tongued(唇枪舌剑，锋芒毕露)
  • To hide one's capabilities(藏锋敛锷)
  • To meet head-on(针锋相对)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Associated with martial prowess and leadership, often used in military contexts.
  • Symbolizes sharp intellect, competitiveness, and being at the cutting edge.
  • Common in given names to imply sharpness, intelligence, or a pioneering spirit.

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