掭
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Meaning: to smooth against the inkstone
💡 Think of 'tiàn' as 'tie' the ink to the brush by smoothing.
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Character Story & Explanation
The character 掭 (tiàn) is composed of the hand radical 扌and phonetic component 忝. Historically, it referred to the calligraphy practice of smoothing the brush against the inkstone to absorb ink and adjust the tip. This action is essential in traditional Chinese brushwork, reflecting the precision and ritual of the art. Today, 掭 is used specifically in the context of preparing the brush for writing or painting.
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