椠
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Meaning: wooden tablet
💡 Imagine a wooden tablet (木) carved (斩) with ancient script.
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Character Story & Explanation
椠 (qiàn) originally referred to a wooden tablet used for writing before paper was invented. The character combines 木 (wood) with 斩 (to cut), reflecting the process of carving characters into wood. It symbolizes ancient Chinese writing culture and craftsmanship.
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