桭
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Meaning: eaves
💡 Think of 'zhen' as 'zen' under the eaves—a peaceful shelter from the rain.
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Character Story & Explanation
The character 桭 (zhēn) refers to the eaves of a house, the part of the roof that overhangs the walls. In Chinese architecture, eaves symbolize shelter and protection, reflecting the cultural value of home and family. The character combines the wood radical (木), indicating timber construction, with a phonetic component, highlighting the material and structural aspects of traditional buildings.
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