掞
How to Say
How to Write
Meaning: easy
💡 Think 'shàn' sounds like 'shan' in 'shangri-la' — a place of effortless peace.
Compounds
Character Story & Explanation
掞 (shàn) means 'easy' or 'effortless'. It is a rare character, mostly found in classical texts. Its radical is 扌 (hand), suggesting actions done with ease. You might encounter it in idioms or literary works, but it's not commonly used in modern daily conversation. Understanding it enriches your classical Chinese vocabulary.
Example Sentences
Common Compounds
Similar Characters — Don't Mix These Up
Your First Step into Chinese Culture: Get a Chinese Name
Every journey into Chinese begins with a name. Use our free Chinese name generator to create a meaningful, personalized Chinese name that fits you perfectly.
Get My Chinese Name →
0