Chen Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Moon (yuè) Character: Tong Kangxi stroke count: 16 Page 506, Entry 31 Pronounced tong. The appearance of the moon just as it begins to rise. Autumnal Inspiration (Qiuxing fu) by Pan Yue: The moon begins to brighten while holding its light. Commentary: Tonglong signifies the appearance of something about to become bright.