栗
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Meaning: chestnut
💡 A tree (木) storing nuts in a granary (㐭) = chestnut.
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Character Story & Explanation
栗 (lì) means 'chestnut,' a nut commonly eaten roasted or used in Chinese desserts. The character combines 木 (wood/tree) on top, indicating it's a tree, and the lower part 㐭 (an ancient granary) suggests storing food. In Chinese culture, chestnuts symbolize good luck and health.
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