闑 (niè) - Door post & the vertical post on either side of a

闑Tone 4

niè ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

念柠

闑 · niè

Door post;

the vertical post on either side of a door frame;

threshold;

also refers to the central door post in ancient Chinese architecture.

Door postthe vertical post on either side of athreshold

Usage highlights

Door postGate postCentral door postStone door postWooden door postDoor post and lintel

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The door post (闑) was carved with intricate patterns.
  • He stood by the door post (闑) waiting for guests.
  • Ancient palaces had massive door posts (闑).

Collocations

  • Door post(闑)
  • Gate post(门闑)
  • Central door post(中闑)
  • Stone door post(石闑)
  • Wooden door post(木闑)
  • Door post and lintel(闑枨)

Idioms

  • Standing firm like a door post(坚如闑立)
  • Between the door posts(闑间)
  • The central post of the gate(中门之闑)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese architecture, the door post (闑) was an important structural element, often ornately decorated.
  • The central door post (中闑) in ancient palaces had ceremonial significance, marking the main entrance.
  • Door posts were sometimes inscribed with protective symbols or couplets in Chinese culture.

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