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a type of standing harp, smaller than konghou 箜篌, with 5-25 strings

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Character information

Pinyin
Meaning
a type of standing harp, smaller than konghou 箜篌, with 5-25 strings
Strokes
13
HSK level
Traditional
Same

Origin & structure

Where comes from and how its parts fit together.

Phonetic-semantic compound⿱玨必

In this compound, the meaning comes from (guitar strings); supplies the sound.

One part carries the meaning, the other suggests the sound.

Made of

Parts are arranged top to bottom.

How to write step by step

13 strokes — each frame adds one stroke, shown in dark ink over the lighter ones.

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