桐
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Meaning: tree name
💡 Think 'tung' oil from the tung tree (tóng) – same pinyin.
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Character Story & Explanation
桐 (tóng) refers to several tree species, notably the Paulownia (梧桐) and the tung tree (油桐). In Chinese culture, the Paulownia is a symbol of good fortune and is often planted to attract the phoenix. Its wood is prized for making musical instruments like the guqin. The tung tree yields oil used in traditional lacquer.
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