靏 (hè) - Crane — a rare character meaning crane, typically & variant form of 鹤.

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hè ｜ 29 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

靏 · hè

Crane — a rare character meaning crane, typically used in names and poetic contexts;

variant form of 鹤.

Crane — a rare character meaning crane, typicallyvariant form of 鹤.

Usage highlights

Crane longevityCrane danceCrane pineCrane yearCrane companionCrane bone

Synonyms

  • 鹤— crane (standard character)
  • 仙禽— immortal bird (poetic term for crane)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The crane is a symbol of longevity (靏 symbol).
  • His name contains the character for crane (靏).
  • Crane dance is a traditional performance (靏舞).

Collocations

  • Crane longevity(靏寿)
  • Crane dance(靏舞)
  • Crane pine(靏松)
  • Crane year(靏年)
  • Crane companion(靏侣)
  • Crane bone(靏骨)

Idioms

  • Crane hair and childlike face(靏发童颜)
  • Crane stands among chickens(靏立鸡群)
  • Pine and crane prolong life(松靏延年)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Cranes symbolize longevity, wisdom, and nobility in Chinese culture.
  • Often associated with Taoist immortals and depicted in traditional art.
  • Considered one of the most auspicious birds in Chinese mythology.

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