﨧 (﨧) - An ancient Chinese character variant of 肅 (sù),

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﨧 ｜ 15 strokes ｜ radical:

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An ancient Chinese character variant of 肅 (sù), meaning 'respectful', 'solemn', 'serious', or 'to eliminate'.

An ancient Chinese character variant of 肅 (sù),

Usage highlights

Solemn and respectfulSerious expressionEliminate traitorsSolemn atmosphereRespectful silenceSolemn ceremony

Synonyms

  • 肅— solemn, respectful (standard form)
  • 嚴— strict, severe
  • 敬— respect, reverence

Antonyms

  • 嬉— playful, frivolous
  • 鬧— noisy, boisterous
  • 隨— casual, informal

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ceremony was conducted with solemn respect (肅穆).
  • He maintained a serious expression throughout the meeting (表情嚴肅).
  • The general was ordered to pacify the rebellion (肅清叛亂).

Collocations

  • Solemn and respectful(肅敬)
  • Serious expression(嚴肅的表情)
  • Eliminate traitors(肅清叛徒)
  • Solemn atmosphere(肅穆的氣氛)
  • Respectful silence(肅靜)
  • Solemn ceremony(肅儀)

Idioms

  • With great respect and solemnity(肅然起敬)
  • Maintaining strict discipline(肅肅軍紀)
  • Solemn and dignified(肅肅雍雍)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character is a variant form of 肅 (sù) found in historical texts and classical literature.
  • In traditional Chinese culture, it represents the virtue of reverence and proper conduct in formal settings.
  • Often used in contexts involving rituals, ceremonies, and military discipline where solemnity is required.

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