昶
long daylight; comfortable; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesadjective
long (of daytime); extended daylight
literaryLiterary term used in classical texts to describe long days, particularly in summer. Rare in modern spoken Chinese.
On the summer solstice, the long daylight casts lingering shadows.
Long daylight is not conducive to concealed military marches.
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Ancient people often used 'chang' to describe the long days of summer.
adjective
comfortable; unobstructed; fluent
literaryDescribes a state of being free from blockage or constraint. Often used in literary contexts to describe airflow, waterways, or mood.
After the river was dredged, the water flowed freely.
He breathed comfortably without any obstruction.
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This text flows fluently and is comfortable to read.
proper noun
Chang (a Chinese surname)
Used as a family name. The character is specifically chosen for its positive meanings of 'long' and 'smooth'.
My surname is Chang, and my given name is Minghua.
Mr. Chang is the manager of our company.
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This surname is pronounced Chang, not Yong.