Common Meanings
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zhá札
In ancient times, a small wooden slip or tablet used for writing. Often seen in the compound word '札记' (notes/jottings).
他喜欢在旅行时随手记录一些札记。
He likes to jot down some notes while traveling.
A letter or note, often handwritten.
她收到了一封来自远方朋友的手札。
She received a handwritten letter from a friend far away.
An ancient official document, a note, or dispatch.
他收到了一封来自远方的札子，告知了最新的消息。
He received a dispatch from afar, informing him of the latest news.
To die young; to perish prematurely.
旧时疫病流行，常有幼童夭札
In old times, when epidemics were prevalent, young children often died prematurely.