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liàn
Radical: 歹 11 strokes
Meaning: to prepare a dead body for coffin
💡 Lian '殓' sounds like 'lean' – imagine leaning a body into a coffin.
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殓 (liàn) meaning in English —

殓 (liàn) specifically refers to the ritual of placing a deceased person into a coffin, a step in traditional Chinese funeral rites. It embodies deep filial piety and respect for ancestors. Unlike Western practices where embalming or cremation are common, 殓 emphasizes careful preparation of the body, often involving washing, dressing, and positioning, reflecting the belief in honoring the dead.

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