媁
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Meaning: to appear displeased
💡 Think 'Wei' as 'weigh' down the corners of your mouth in displeasure.
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Character Story & Explanation
媁 (wéi) means 'to appear displeased' or 'to look unhappy.' It is a rare character, typically used in classical or literary contexts to describe a facial expression of dissatisfaction. Unlike Western equivalents like 'frown' or 'scowl,' which imply a specific action, 媁 focuses on the overall appearance of displeasure. Its radical is 女 (woman), suggesting a possible gendered nuance in ancient usage.
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