Definitions
variant of 冉[rǎn]
surname Ran
edge of a tortoiseshell; used in 冉冉[rǎn rǎn]
Etymology
Depicts two strands of hair drooping.
About
The character "冉" has a pictographic origin representing drooping hair or feathers, conveying an image of something hanging down, which led to its early association with gradual descent or slow movement. This visual basis provided the semantic foundation for its abstract meaning of "gradually" or "slowly". In its structure, "冉" is a simplex character that functions as its own radical in modern character systems, without decomposing into further compositional elements. Over time, its usage expanded beyond adverbial functions to include application as a surname, reflecting a shift from describing manner to serving as a proper noun.
Example Sentences Hide
太阳冉冉升起。
冉冉今天来上学。
冉老师教我们数学。
国旗在冉冉上升。
炊烟冉冉地飘向天空。
每当看到太阳冉冉升起，我就感到充满希望。
冉冉的歌声缓缓地飘荡在夜晚的空气中。
在清晨的薄雾中，太阳冉冉升起，照亮了整个大地。