Chen Collection, Middle Volume. Radical: Tree (mù). Kangxi strokes: 7. Page 511, Entry 03. Pronounced cha. According to the Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen), it refers to the branches of a tree. Xu states it refers to bifurcated wooden branches. Du Fu in his Rhapsody on the Eagle (Diao Fu) writes: Suddenly the branches broke and snapped. Also refers to a tool used for catching fish. According to the Rites of Zhou (Zhouli), Heaven Officials, Fishermen of Soft-shelled Turtles: Use them to spear fish, turtles, tortoises, and clams at the proper time. The commentary notes this refers to using a pole to stab into the mud to strike and catch them. Pronounced chai. A cha-pa is a farming implement. Also refers to branches. Pronounced chai. Meaning is the same. Pronounced cha. Refers to a wooden branch that forms a crossroads. According to the Eastern Capital: A Record of the Splendors of Bianjing (Dongjing Meng Hua Lu): Red-lacquered screens were set up along the imperial gallery, and black-lacquered screens were set up in the center of the road, which are the same as barrier fences. Also refers to a tool for gathering grass.