yán

strict; severe; rigorous

Character data

Radical ⼝ (30.17)
Strokes 19
SIMPLIFIED

Definitions

嚴 yán
  1. 1. strict
  2. 2. severe
  3. 3. rigorous
  4. 4. stern
  5. 5. tight (closely sealed)
  6. 6. surname Yan
  7. 7. father

Words containing 嚴

Word Meaning
(fig.) orderly; (of troops) in neat formation
to scold; to censure
to be strict with oneself
strict and impartial; firm
to investigate strictly
strict; rigorous; stringent
strictly speaking
strictly speaking
rigorous isolation
solemn; sternly
strict or stern father
to strictly prohibit
strict; severe; stern
to fit tightly (idiom); to fit snugly; to join seamlessly
tight; strict
serious; solemn; earnest
harsh; severe
to use strong words; forceful (criticism etc)
rigorous; careful; cautious
stern words
harsh; severe; grim
severe; serious; critical
severe harm; critical danger
serious problem
grave consequence; serious repercussion