庋
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Meaning: shelf
💡 Think of 'gui' as 'gooey' – sticky notes on a shelf.
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Character Story & Explanation
庋 (guǐ) means 'shelf' or 'to store', often referring to a cabinet or stand for storing items. In Chinese culture, it evokes the idea of organized storage, similar to a Western bookcase or cupboard. The radical 广 (roof/shelter) suggests a covered space. It is not commonly used alone but appears in compound words.
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