愕
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Meaning: startled
💡 Think 'eh!' like a sudden gasp of surprise.
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Character Story & Explanation
愕 (è) means 'startled' or 'shocked,' often describing a sudden, brief reaction to unexpected news or events. Its radical 忄 (heart) indicates emotion, while the phonetic component 咢 (è) hints at pronunciation. Culturally, it reflects the Chinese emphasis on emotional restraint—using a specific character for momentary surprise rather than overreaction.
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