How to Say
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yān
Radical: 山 11 strokes
Meaning: name of a mountain in Gansu
💡 A mountain (山) in the shade (奄) of Gansu.
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

崦 (yān) meaning in English —

崦 (yān) refers specifically to a mountain in Gansu province, China. It is a rare character, mainly appearing in classical texts and place names. The radical 山 (mountain) indicates its geographic nature. This character reflects how Chinese characters can be created to name specific landmarks, preserving local culture and history.

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