榱
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Meaning: rafter
💡 Think 'Cue' for roof: the rafter is the cue that holds up the roof.
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Character Story & Explanation
榱 (cuī) means 'rafter' — the sloping beams under a roof. It's a classical term found in ancient Chinese architecture, not common in daily speech. The radical 木 (wood) hints at its material. Understanding 榱 enriches your knowledge of traditional building vocabulary.
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