枞
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Meaning: fir tree
💡 Imagine a 'fir' tree with a 'cong' (from) of needles following the branches.
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Character Story & Explanation
枞 (cōng) means 'fir tree', a conifer valued for timber. It combines the radical 木 (tree) with 从 (follow), hinting at trees growing in clusters. In Chinese culture, firs symbolize resilience and longevity, often planted in cemeteries or temples.
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