rays of light; brilliant rays; intense light shining in all directions. Often used metaphorically for things that are hopeful or glorious.

the kidney-shaped fruit of the mango tree, which is sweet and juicy when ripe

The tip of a blade or spear; specifically the sharp point of a weapon.

The sharp edge and point of a blade are fully exposed; used to describe someone who shows off their talent or energy in an aggressive or unrestrained way.

An inorganic compound consisting of sodium sulfate decahydrate (Na2SO4·10H2O); used in making glass and leather, and as a laxative in medicine

shining with boundless radiance; splendor; often used to describe the sun or a great person's presence or achievements

Grain in Ear or Mangzhong; the 9th of the 24 solar terms, beginning around June 6th when cereal crops are in blossom.

the beard or needle-like growth on the husks of wheat or other grains

(idiom) like having thorns and prickles in one's back; feeling extremely nervous, fearful, or uneasy, often due to a sense of being watched or threatened

be sharply opposed to each other or evenly matched in a confrontation, with neither prepared to give an inch; diamond cut diamond

To display one's ability, strength, or talent for the first time; used to describe a beginner or youth showing early signs of great potential.

to feel extremely uncomfortable or uneasy as if there were thorns pricking one's back; used to describe being in a state of great anxiety or nervous apprehension

Sandals woven from straw or the stems of silvergrass; more generally refers to any straw sandals.

Markam county in Chamdo prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region

to not show off one's talent or sharp edge; to be modest and keep a low profile

The direction of a military advance or physical assault; where the spearhead is pointed

to display only a small part of one's talent or skills; to show a hint of what one is capable of doing

vast; extensive; boundless

a projecting or sharp corner; specifically a salient angle used in military fortifications

relating to Flanders, its people, or its language; an inhabitant of Flanders

(of one's talent or speech) to be sharp and overbearing; to present oneself aggressively in a way that makes others feel intimidated or threatened

the body of water that separates southern England from northern France

five-pointed star; pentagram

the Flemish language

shining brightly; glittering

six-pointed star; hexagram

hill in Henan Province north of Luoyang famous for the burial sites of royalty and high-ranking officials

A figure in Chinese mythology with a human face and a bird's body who rides on two dragons; he is the god of wood and the East, and is said to govern the spring season.

to begin to display one's abilities or brilliance; to show one's edge or potential for the first time

to draw in one's claws; to hide one's brilliance; to show more modesty or restraint

minuscule parts; extremely small things

an art form involving the carving of characters, calligraphy, or patterns onto extremely small objects

the sharp edge of a knife or sword; a blade

Small sharp spikes or bristles on the stems, leaves, or fruit of a plant; specifically the awns or fine hairs on grains like rice and wheat

sandals made of woven straw or hemp

sandals made from woven straw or Miscanthus grass

hill in Luoyang, Henan Province, historically famous for its many tombs and burial sites

sour and sweet pickled green mangoes, often served as a chilled or frozen snack

(variant form) sodium sulfate decahydrate used in traditional medicine as a laxative

(variant form) to be in a daze, as if one has lost something; feeling lost or bewildered

any of several species of tall perennial grasses in the genus Miscanthus, typically used for making paper or weaving straw shoes

Miscanthus sinensis, a perennial grass used to build fences or hedges

(variant form) tiny things; minuscule parts; fine bristles

(idiom) sharply opposed to each other with neither prepared to give an inch; equally matched in a struggle or argument.

diametrically opposed to each other; an eye for an eye; point against point

the sharp point of a needle; used to describe extremely small or minute things

To be talented and capable yet remain humble and modest; to refrain from showing off one's abilities

(chemistry) a loanword for ammonal, an explosive mixture of ammonium nitrate and aluminum powder