敇
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Meaning: Imperial command or edict
💡 Think of 'chì' as 'CHIef command' from the emperor.
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Character Story & Explanation
During a visit to the Forbidden City, a tour guide explains that in ancient China, the emperor would issue an imperial edict, or 敇 (chì), to announce important decrees. This character is rarely used today but appears in historical texts and dramas. It symbolizes the supreme authority of the emperor, with the radical 攵 (action) and 敕 (to order) components indicating a command from the highest power. Understanding 敇 offers insight into China's imperial past and the weight of imperial commands.
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