Chen Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Say (yuē) Kangxi Strokes: 14 Page 504, Entry 03 Pronounced jie. According to the Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen Jiezi), it means to leave. Composed of the phonetic element to go and the sound-bearing element he. From the Biography of Sima Xiangru in the History of the Former Han (Qianhan Shu): Turn the carriage and go away. From the Nine Arguments (Jiubian) in the Songs of Chu (Chuci): The carriage is already harnessed and I am returning after leaving. Also, pronounced qi. From the Odes of Wei in the Book of Odes (Shijing): Many knights are vigorous and brave. The commentary states: Qie means a martial and sturdy appearance.