According to the Tang Rhymes (Tangyun), it is pronounced xun (falling tone). According to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it is also pronounced xun (falling tone). The pronunciation is the same as the word for instruction. Explanations from the Discussion of Writing and Analysis of Characters (Shuowen Jiezi) define it as a type of metal similar to iron. Additionally, according to the Broad Rhymes (Guangyun) and the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it is pronounced fen (level tone). The pronunciation is the same as the word for script. Additionally, according to the Classified Chapters (Leipian), it is pronounced xun (level tone). The pronunciation is the same as the word for fragrant plants. The meaning is the same as the previous entry. Additionally, according to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it is pronounced ben (level tone). The pronunciation is the same as the word for rush. It refers to a tool for leveling wood. Some editions write it as a character derived from the radical for rush. Note: The Dictionary of Characters (Zihui) incorrectly classifies this under the Radical: Rush (bēn) and lists it as twelve strokes. This is an error and has now been corrected.