How to Say
How to Write
jǐn
Meaning: bury
💡 Jǐn buries the 'jin' in the ground.
Compounds

📚 Character Story & Explanation

墐 (jǐn) meaning in English —

In rural China, during traditional burial ceremonies, 墐 (jǐn) describes the act of covering a coffin with earth. It specifically means 'to bury' by filling a grave, often with solemn ritual. This character evokes the deep respect Chinese culture holds for ancestors and the earth as a final resting place.

💬 Example Sentences

Common Compounds

Similar Characters — Don't Mix These Up

🏠

Your First Step into Chinese Culture: Get a Chinese Name

Every journey into Chinese begins with a name. Use our free Chinese name generator to create a meaningful, personalized Chinese name that fits you perfectly.

Get My Chinese Name →

Related Characters