橕
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Meaning: a prop
💡 Think of 'chēng' as 'ching'—a sound of a pole hitting the ground.
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Character Story & Explanation
橕 (chēng) means 'a prop' or 'to prop up'. Used in contexts of supporting structures, like poles holding up a tent. Culturally, it aligns with Western concepts like a 'support beam' or 'scaffolding', essential in construction and daily life.
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