How to Say
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chǎn
Meaning: to beam down
💡 Think of a sun (日) atop a mountain (山) beaming light downward.
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

旵 (chǎn) meaning in English —

旵 (chǎn) is a rare character meaning 'to beam down,' like sunlight shining from above. It combines 日 (sun) and 山 (mountain), symbolizing sunlight streaming over a peak. You might encounter it in classical poetry or names, conveying a bright, radiant image.

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