How to Say
How to Write
chóu
Radical: 木 12 strokes
Meaning: species of tree resistant to cold weather
💡 A tree (木) that can withstand the cold (周 for 'cycle' of seasons).
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

椆 (chóu) meaning in English —

Unearthing the character 椆 (chóu), we find it composed of the radical 木 (wood) and the phonetic component 周 (zhōu). In ancient texts, it denoted a tree species remarkably resilient to cold, often associated with hardy evergreens that thrived in harsh climates. Its presence in classical literature symbolizes endurance and natural fortitude.

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