How to Say
How to Write
gài
Radical: 戈 13 strokes
Meaning: infringe upon a trade mark
💡 A spear (戈) questions (曷) a fake: 'Why steal the mark?'
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

戤 (gài) meaning in English —

戤 (gài) means 'infringe upon a trade mark' or 'counterfeit'. It is rarely used in modern Chinese but appears in legal or commercial contexts regarding intellectual property. The character combines 戈 (spear, symbolizing conflict) with 曷 (interrogative, implying 'why'), suggesting an unjustified use that causes dispute. Its existence reflects China's historical awareness of brand protection and the value placed on authenticity.

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