尐
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Meaning: few
💡 Imagine a tiny crack in a stone—only a little space, like 'few' things can fit.
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Character Story & Explanation
Uncovered from oracle bone inscriptions, 尐 (jié) originally depicted a small split or crack, symbolizing 'few' or 'little'. It appears in ancient texts to denote scarcity or minimal quantity, often contrasting with abundance. This character offers a glimpse into early Chinese conceptualizations of quantity and value.
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