椴
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Meaning: Chinese linden
💡 Think 'duàn' as 'done' wood—the tree's wood is perfect for 'done' (finished) instruments.
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Character Story & Explanation
In a tranquil Chinese park, you see an elderly man playing the erhu under a 椴 (duàn) tree. Its light, durable wood is prized for making traditional instruments and furniture. The character combines 木 (wood) with 段 (section), hinting at the tree's segmented bark.
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