丹
red; cinnabar; medicinal pill; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesadjective
red; crimson; vermilion
Often used to describe bright red colors or things with a red hue.
This patch of maple forest turns bright red in autumn.
Ancient emperors often used cinnabar to make pigments.
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The red-crowned crane has white feathers and a red crown.
She applied a layer of vermilion lipstick on her lips.
Red pillars and carved rafters are features of ancient luxury architecture.
noun
medicinal pill; pellet
formalOriginally referred to pills made with cinnabar by Taoist alchemists, now generally refers to traditional Chinese medicine in pill or powder form.
This pharmacy sells all kinds of pills, powders, ointments and pellets.
There are many legends about miraculous medicinal pills circulating among the people.
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The veteran Chinese doctor prescribed several packets of medicinal pellets to调理 my health.
This heart-saving pill is a staple medicine for many elderly people.
Ancient alchemy was the precursor to modern chemistry.
noun
surname Dan
A relatively rare Chinese family name.
Teacher Dan is the Chinese language teacher at our school.
I know a friend with the surname Dan who comes from Xinjiang.