骙 (kuí) - descriptive of horses moving powerfully and in formation & refers to strong, vigorous horses.

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kuí ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

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骙 · kuí

descriptive of horses moving powerfully and in formation;

refers to strong, vigorous horses.

descriptive of horses moving powerfully and in formationrefers to strong, vigorous horses.

Usage highlights

powerful horsessteeds in formationfour stallions advancingmighty cavalryvigorous horses

Synonyms

  • 骏— fine horse; swift
  • 骁— brave; valiant (often describing horses)

Antonyms

  • 羸— thin and weak; feeble
  • 疲— tired; weary

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The cavalry advanced in formation (四牡骙骙).
  • He described the powerful horses (骙骙征马).
  • The poem depicts vigorous steeds (驾彼四牡，四牡骙骙).

Collocations

  • powerful horses(骙骙)
  • steeds in formation(骙骙征马)
  • four stallions advancing(四牡骙骙)
  • mighty cavalry(骙骑)
  • vigorous horses(骏马骙骙)

Idioms

  • Four stallions advancing powerfully(四牡骙骙)
  • The carriage drawn by vigorous horses(驾彼驷骙)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originates from classical Chinese poetry, particularly the Book of Songs (诗经).
  • Often used to describe military horses or ceremonial processions in ancient texts.
  • Carries connotations of strength, order, and classical elegance.

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