靍 (hè) - Crane — an archaic variant of 鶴 (hè),

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hè ｜ 27 strokes ｜ radical:

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靍 · hè

Crane — an archaic variant of 鶴 (hè), meaning crane (the bird).

Used in historical texts and personal names.

Crane — an archaic variant of 鶴 (hè),

Usage highlights

White craneCrane danceCrane longevityCrane cryCrane shadowCrane feather

Synonyms

  • 鶴— Crane (standard modern character)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The white crane is a symbol of longevity (白靍).
  • Ancient texts sometimes used this character (古文中用靍字).
  • Crane dance is a traditional performance (靍舞).

Collocations

  • White crane(白靍)
  • Crane dance(靍舞)
  • Crane longevity(靍寿)
  • Crane cry(靍鸣)
  • Crane shadow(靍影)
  • Crane feather(靍羽)

Idioms

  • Crane hair and childlike face(靍发童颜)
  • Crane stands among chickens(靍立鸡群)
  • Crane returns to western mountain(靍归西山)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Cranes symbolize longevity, wisdom, and nobility in Chinese culture.
  • This character is a rare variant of 鶴, primarily found in historical documents.
  • In naming, it conveys elegance, longevity, and refined character.

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