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March 24, 2026
㐬()liú(liu2)
The character 㐬 (liú) refers to a pennant or a banner, and it also conveys the idea of something being wild, barren, or uncultivated. It can be used to describe land that is not farmed or areas that are natural and uninhabited.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of uncultivated land can symbolize natural beauty and the importance of preserving nature. It reflects a traditional appreciation for landscapes that are untouched by human activity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wild flag waving in the wind over uncultivated land. The shape of the character resembles a flag on a pole, reminding you of its meaning as a pennant.
Meanings of 㐬
liú(liu2)
1pennant; wild, barren, uncultivated
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㐬Simplified
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非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 㐬
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wild flag waving in the wind over uncultivated land. The shape of the character resembles a flag on a pole, reminding you of its meaning as a pennant.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 㐬 with similar characters that have related meanings, as it can lead to misinterpretation. This character is rarely used in everyday conversation, so its usage is more formal or literary.
HSK Study Tips
Since 㐬 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, focus on understanding its components and how it relates to other characters that describe land or nature. This can enhance your overall vocabulary related to the environment.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of uncultivated land can symbolize natural beauty and the importance of preserving nature. It reflects a traditional appreciation for landscapes that are untouched by human activity.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 㐬 in informal contexts where more common words would be preferred. For example, saying 㐬 when describing a garden instead of using a term like 花园 (huāyuán) is incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 㐬
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In Chinese culture, the concept of uncultivated land can symbolize natural beauty and the importance of preserving nature. It reflects a traditional appreciation for landscapes that are untouched by human activity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 㐬
It is primarily used in literary texts or descriptions of landscapes rather than in everyday conversation.
It is pronounced as 'liú', with a rising tone.
Yes, you can use terms like 荒地 (huāng dì) for barren land, which might be more commonly understood.
