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棺 (guān) — coffin (bound form, used in compounds like 棺材, 棺木)

Definition

Bound form meaning 'coffin' — almost always appears as part of a compound like 棺材 or 棺木, never used alone. Treat it as the written/root element behind those everyday coffin words.

bound form
coffin (bound form, used in compounds like 棺材, 棺木)

Examples

  • 。
    Jiā rén wéi tā zhǔn bèi le yì kǒu guān cai.
    The family prepared a coffin for him.
  • 。
    Zhè kuài mù tou hěn shì hé zuò guān mù.
    This piece of wood is very suitable for making a coffin.
  • 棺。
    guān Gài shàng diāo kè zhe jīng měi de huā wén.
    The coffin lid is carved with beautiful patterns.
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