Wei Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Silk (mì) Kangxi Strokes: 14 Page 928, Entry 20 Pronounced dan. According to the Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen Jiezi), it describes the appearance of white, fresh clothing. It refers to clothing that is bright and colorful. According to the Huainanzi (Huainanzi), it refers to hemp ropes and threads. Also, pronounced chan. The meaning is the same. Also, pronounced chong. The meaning is the same. Also, pronounced tan. A blue-yellow color. According to the Classified Chapters (Leipian), it refers to the color of white silk.