騯 (péng) - Describes the appearance of horses running powerfully and & used in classical texts to depict vigorous horse

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騯 · péng

Describes the appearance of horses running powerfully and majestically;

used in classical texts to depict vigorous horse movement.

Describes the appearance of horses running powerfully andused in classical texts to depict vigorous horse

Usage highlights

Majestic horse runningHorses running powerfullyMagnificent cavalryVigorous horse movementImperial steedsEquestrian majesty

Synonyms

  • 骏— fine horse; swift
  • 骁— brave; valiant (often describing horses/warriors)
  • 骎— swift running of horses

Antonyms

  • 蹇— lame; slow (describing horses)
  • 羸— thin and weak (describing animals)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The cavalry charged forward majestically (騯騯).
  • Ancient texts describe horses running powerfully (马行騯騯).
  • The poem depicted the imperial steeds in magnificent motion (騯然前行).

Collocations

  • Majestic horse running(騯騯)
  • Horses running powerfully(马行騯騯)
  • Magnificent cavalry(騯骑)
  • Vigorous horse movement(騯然)
  • Imperial steeds(騯马)
  • Equestrian majesty(騯仪)

Idioms

  • Horses running majestically(騯騯前行)
  • The imperial cavalry in full splendor(騯骑齐发)
  • Steeds charging vigorously(騯然奔腾)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily appears in classical Chinese literature describing horses and cavalry.
  • Associated with imperial and military contexts where majestic horse displays were important.
  • Reflects the historical significance of horses in Chinese warfare and ceremony.

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