戥
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Meaning: small steelyard for weighing money
💡 Think 'děng' like 'dang'—a small scale for 'dang'ling coins.
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Character Story & Explanation
Unearthing the character 戥 (děng), we find a specialized tool from ancient China: a small steelyard used to weigh precious metals like silver and gold. Composed of 戈 (spear, symbolizing precision) atop 星 (star, marking gradations), it reflects the meticulous nature of trade and taxation. This character is rare today but appears in historical texts, revealing the sophistication of Chinese metrology.
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