柏
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Meaning: cedar
💡 Think of 'bǎi' as 'buy' a tree that stays green all year.
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Character Story & Explanation
柏 (bǎi) means 'cedar' or 'cypress', a type of evergreen tree. The radical 木 (wood) hints at its botanical nature. In Chinese culture, 柏 symbolizes longevity and resilience, often planted in temples or used in idioms. For example, 松柏 (sōng bǎi, pine and cypress) represent steadfastness.
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