摰
How to Say
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Meaning: to seize with the hand
💡 Imagine a hand (手) clutching something tightly: 'Nee-eh' grab!
Compounds
Character Story & Explanation
摰 (niè) is a rare character meaning 'to seize with the hand' or 'to grasp'. It is composed of 手 (hand) as radical and a phonetic component. This character is not commonly used in modern Chinese; you may encounter it in classical texts or calligraphy. Its practical use is limited, but it enriches vocabulary related to manual actions.
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