焕 huàn shining
shining; lustrous
How to remember 焕: 火 fire + 奂 numerous = shining. By the fire, Grandma polishes her numerous copper pans until every one hangs on the wall, shining as new.
Component breakdown
焕 = 火 fire + 奂 numerous
- 火 fire
- 奂 numerous
By the fire, Grandma polishes her numerous copper pans until every one hangs on the wall, shining as new.
How it is used
- Shining/glowing, chiefly in set phrases - 焕发 (huànfā) to radiate: 精神焕发 (jīngshén huànfā) glowing with vigor, 容光焕发 (róngguāng-huànfā) a radiant, healthy face.
- 焕然一新 (huànrán-yìxīn) means to take on a completely fresh new look.