Common Meanings
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wéi闱
Side gate of an ancient palace or large mansion.
这座府邸的后花园，需穿过一道侧闱方能抵达。
The back garden of this mansion can only be reached by passing through a side gate.
The private quarters or residence of imperial concubines or empresses; generally referring to women's inner chambers.
闺闱之中，绣线穿梭，巧手织就锦绣。
Within the women's chambers, embroidery threads weave, skillful hands create splendid brocade.
The private residence or inner chambers of one's parents.
每逢佳节，他都会回到庭闱，与家人共享温馨时光。
Every festive occasion, he always returns to his parents' home to share warm moments with his family.
In ancient China, 'wei' referred to the imperial examination hall or the examinations themselves, particularly during the Spring (chūn wéi) or Autumn (qiū wéi) sessions.
旧时学子为求功名，多盼望在春闱中金榜题名。
In ancient times, scholars, in pursuit of official positions, mostly hoped to pass the spring imperial examination and be listed among the successful candidates.