Wu Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Sickness (nì) Entry: 18 strokes Page 781, Entry 14 Pronounced nong. According to the Tang Rhyme (Tangyun), the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), and the Correct Rhymes (Zhengyun), it is pronounced nong. According to the Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen), it means to be in pain. According to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), one source defines it as a sore that has ulcerated. Additionally, according to the Broad Rhyme (Guangyun) and the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it is pronounced nong. The meaning is the same. Also pronounced nong. It refers to blood from a swelling. Also, according to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it refers to an illness.