柈
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Meaning: plate
💡 Think of 'pan' (柈) as a flat pan-like plate.
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Character Story & Explanation
柈 (pán) means 'plate' or 'tray', often used for serving food or holding items. It reflects the Chinese cultural emphasis on communal dining and the importance of vessels in daily life. The character is less common than 盘 (pán) but appears in classical texts and regional usage.
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