鬫 (hǎn) - To look at & to observe

鬫Tone 3

hǎn ｜ 21 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

鬫 · hǎn

To look at;

to observe;

to watch;

to inspect;

also used in names to imply vigilance or careful observation.

To look atto observeto watch

Usage highlights

To observe carefullyTo watch overTo inspect documentsTo look at from afarTo examine closelyTo guard vigilantly

Synonyms

  • 看— to look at
  • 观— to observe
  • 察— to inspect
  • 视— to look

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He carefully observed the situation (鬫察).
  • The guard watched over the gate (鬫守城门).
  • She inspected the documents (鬫阅文件).

Collocations

  • To observe carefully(鬫察)
  • To watch over(鬫守)
  • To inspect documents(鬫阅)
  • To look at from afar(鬫望)
  • To examine closely(鬫视)
  • To guard vigilantly(鬫护)

Idioms

  • To observe carefully and think deeply(鬫察深思)
  • To watch over day and night(日夜鬫守)
  • To examine with sharp eyes(明眸鬫视)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character is rarely used in modern Chinese and appears primarily in classical texts.
  • It carries connotations of careful observation and vigilance, making it suitable for names implying wisdom or protection.
  • The complex structure reflects its classical origins and formal usage.

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