骀 (dài) - An inferior horse & worn-out horse

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dài ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 马

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骀 · dài

An inferior horse;

worn-out horse;

also used in the term 骀荡 (dàidàng) meaning 'unrestrained;

leisurely'.

An inferior horseworn-out horsealso used in the term 骀荡 (dàidàng) meaning

Usage highlights

Inferior horseCharming and leisurelyWornOld and weak horseHorse market

Synonyms

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He rode a worn-out horse (骀马).
  • The scenery is charming and leisurely (春风骀荡).
  • The horse is old and weak (马老而骀).

Collocations

  • Inferior horse(骀马)
  • Charming and leisurely(骀荡)
  • Worn-out horse(疲骀)
  • Old and weak horse(驽骀)
  • Horse market(骀驽)

Idioms

  • Charming spring breeze(春风骀荡)
  • Inferior horses and worn-out steeds(驽骀劣马)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to inferior or worn-out horses in ancient texts.
  • In the term 骀荡, it conveys a positive sense of freedom and leisurely charm.
  • Sometimes used in classical poetry to describe gentle, soothing scenes.

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