昶
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Meaning: long
💡 Think of the sun (日) shining for a long time (永) – 昶 means long.
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Character Story & Explanation
Uncovered from ancient bronze inscriptions, 昶 combines 日 (sun) and 永 (long) to depict sunlight streaming for a long time. Its core meaning is 'long' or 'prolonged', often used in classical texts to describe extended periods. In modern Chinese, it appears in names, evoking endurance and brightness.
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