幖
mark; standard; treetop; banner
Meanings
5 senses · 10 examplesnoun
banner; flag; streamer
literaryThis is the original meaning, now considered literary. In classical texts, it can also mean 'the tip of a tree' or 'mark'.
Colorful banners fluttered on the city walls.
Raise the banner of justice to plead for the people.
noun
mark; sign; label
The most common modern meaning. Refers to a visible sign or tag.
There is a price tag on every product.
The red dot on the map is an important landmark.
noun
standard; criterion
Used to indicate a benchmark or norm to be met.
His work has become the new benchmark for the industry.
We need to establish a clear quality standard.
verb
to mark; to label; to indicate
The verbal form of the 'mark' meaning.
Please use a red pen to mark the key points.
He labeled the envelope 'Urgent'.
noun
outward sign; superficiality
Used in contrast with '本' (the root/essence).
To cure a disease, you must treat the root cause, not just the symptoms.
This plan can only solve the superficial problems.