宧
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Meaning: northeastern corner of a room
💡 Think 'yí' sounds like 'east'—and the NE corner is between east and north.
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Character Story & Explanation
宧 (yí) refers to the northeastern corner of a room, a specific location in traditional Chinese architecture. In ancient times, this corner was considered significant for household rituals and storage. Though rarely used in modern Chinese, it appears in classical texts and historical descriptions. Understanding 宧 gives insight into how ancient Chinese people conceptualized space and domestic life.
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