Used in the transcription of foreign names, such as 戛纳 gā​nà for Cannes

(bound form) to knock gently; to tap or scrape

(literary) an ancient weapon similar to a lance or halberd

Describes a loud, sharp sound, such as birds chirping or metals clashing, often used in 戛然 jiá​rán

(literary) a standard; a constant law or custom