榇
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Meaning: Sterculia plantanifolia
💡 榇 looks like a 木 (tree) with a 亲 (relative) — think of a tree used for a relative's coffin.
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Character Story & Explanation
榇 (chèn) refers to the Chinese parasol tree (Sterculia plantanifolia), known for its broad leaves and shade. In ancient China, its wood was used for making coffins, giving the character a somber connotation. Today, it appears in literature and names of parks or streets, evoking nostalgia for traditional landscapes.
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