屩
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Meaning: hemp sandals
💡 Think 'juē' like 'juicy' — but sandals made of hemp, not fruit.
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Character Story & Explanation
屩 (juē) refers to hemp sandals worn in ancient China, similar to Roman soleae or Japanese waraji. Woven from hemp or straw, they were durable footwear for commoners and travelers, often mentioned in classical texts like the Zhuangzi. The character combines 革 (leather) and 喬 (tall), but its modern use is rare.
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