wan4妘
Jyutpingwan4
Yalewàhn
Definition
An ancient Chinese surname, or a character used in feminine names.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively encountered as a surname or within a given name for females. It is not a word used in everyday vocabulary for objects or actions. Because it is rare, people may occasionally misread it or ask for clarification on the specific character used in a name.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for more common characters with similar components, so it is standard practice to clarify the character by describing its structure or context in a name.
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Grammar guides
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