Hai Collection, Lower Volume Radical: Salt (lǔ) Entry: Jian Kangxi Stroke Count: 15 Page 1507, Entry 06 Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun): Pronounced jing. Literary Expositor (Erya), Explanation of Words: Salt-marsh mineral, salty and bitter. Note: In current editions of the Literary Expositor, this is written as jin. The commentary states: that which is worthy of pity is also bitter and arduous. Also, Extensive Compendium (Guangya): Jian, meaning sorrow.