U+8D35 "贵" CJK Unified Ideograph-# Unicode Character

U+8D35 "贵" CJK Unified Ideograph-# is a Chinese character that primarily means "expensive," "precious," or "noble," and it is also used as a component in words related to value or honor, such as "guì" in Mandarin. This character is composed of the radical "贝" (shell, originally representing money) and the phonetic component "𠀎," which hints at its pronunciation. In historical and cultural contexts, "贵" conveys notions of high social status or cherished quality, and it appears in common phrases like "贵姓" (may I ask your honorable surname) and "宝贵" (valuable or precious). Its widespread use in East Asian languages, including Japanese and Korean, reflects its foundational role in expressing esteem and worth.