Definitions
variant of 焰[yàn]
Etymology
Many fires 火 burning
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As an associative compound, 焱 is formed by stacking three fire radicals (火) in a triangular arrangement, one on top and two below. This structure visually multiplies the base meaning, depicting intense flames, flying sparks, or a great conflagration. While it shares pronunciation and related meaning with the single 火 and double-fire 炎, the triplicate form emphasizes fire’s multiplicity and dynamic upward movement. It appears most often in classical literature or is used descriptively in names to evoke brightness or heat.
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