How to Say
How to Write
dōng
Radical: 山 8 strokes
Meaning: place name in Guangxi province
💡 Dong is a mountain (山) name in Guangxi—think 'Dong' as 'east' village in the hills.
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

岽 (dōng) meaning in English —

In Guangxi, a local points to a misty mountain range and says, 'That's 岽 (Dōng) Village.' This rare character is used only in place names, like 岽罗 (Dōngluó) or 岽门 (Dōngmén). The radical 山 (mountain) hints at its geography—a place nestled among peaks. You won't hear it in daily talk, but it's a gem for travelers exploring southern China.

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