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March 24, 2026
卢(盧)lú(Lu2)
The character 卢 (lú) primarily refers to a cottage or hut, often associated with simple living. It can also function as a surname in Chinese culture and is used informally in Taiwan to describe someone who is troublesome or fussy. The character has historical nuances as well, being an old variant of the characters for 'hut' or 'cottage'.
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Cultural Note
The character 卢 is relevant in discussions about traditional Chinese architecture, particularly in rural areas where simple huts or cottages are common. It can evoke imagery of pastoral life, which is an important aspect of Chinese cultural heritage.
Memory Tip
Think of 卢 (lú) as a 'lofty lodge' where a person named Lu lives. The left part (亻) suggests a person, while the right part (各) can remind you of 'different places' or 'huts' where people might stay. Imagine Lu always making a fuss about keeping the lodge tidy!
Meanings of 卢
lú(Lu2)
1cottage, hut; black; surname
2abbr. for Luxembourg 盧森堡|卢森堡[Lu2 sen1 bao3]
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About 卢
卢Simplified
盧Traditional
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 卢
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 卢 (lú) as a 'lofty lodge' where a person named Lu lives. The left part (亻) suggests a person, while the right part (各) can remind you of 'different places' or 'huts' where people might stay. Imagine Lu always making a fuss about keeping the lodge tidy!
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 卢 in informal contexts, as its slang meaning might not be understood outside Taiwan. It is primarily a surname, so in formal situations, it is best to clarify that you are referring to the character's meaning as a hut or cottage. Also, remember to use the correct tone (lú) to avoid confusion with other characters.
HSK Study Tips
While 卢 is not included in standard HSK levels, it connects with HSK vocabulary related to home (如家) and living spaces. Focus on recognizing the character in written contexts, especially when reading about traditional or rural Chinese settings.
Cultural Note
The character 卢 is relevant in discussions about traditional Chinese architecture, particularly in rural areas where simple huts or cottages are common. It can evoke imagery of pastoral life, which is an important aspect of Chinese cultural heritage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 卢 with similar characters due to the tone. For instance, using lǔ (with a falling tone) instead of lú can change the meaning. Ensure you practice the correct pronunciation to avoid misunderstandings.
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Simplified form of 盧. Phonosemantic compound. 虍 represents the sound, and the remainder of the character is a pictograph of a vessel for cooking rice. The traditional component 皿 was removed for simplification.
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Grammar Patterns of 卢
卢 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 6 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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通货膨胀使得____布变成了毫无价值的货币。
Inflation has turned the rouble into a toytown currency.
Example Sentences for 卢 (10)
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通货膨胀使得卢布变成了毫无价值的货币。
tōng huò péng zhàng shǐ dé lú bù biàn chéng le háo wú jià zhí de huò bì。
Inflation has turned the rouble into a toytown currency.
Luke sat directly behind the pilot and conversed with him.
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卢克曾经很想能及格，他大概现在还是很想。
lú kè zēng jīng hěn xiǎng néng jí gé， ， tā dà gài xiàn zài huán shì hěn。
Luke badly wanted a pass mark. Still does, I daresay.
9
据我看，卢埃林有3个选择。
jù wǒ kàn， ， lú āi lín3 yǒu 3 gè。
As I see it, Llewelyn has three choices open to him.
10
卢克的妈妈收起了笑容，用责备的眼光看着他。
lú kè de mā mā shōu qǐ le xiào róng， ， yòng zé bèi de yǎn guāng kàn zháo。
Luke's mother stopped smiling and looked reproachfully at him.
Cultural Notes for 卢
🏮Cultural insight
The character 卢 is relevant in discussions about traditional Chinese architecture, particularly in rural areas where simple huts or cottages are common. It can evoke imagery of pastoral life, which is an important aspect of Chinese cultural heritage.
Word Family of 卢
Words Containing This Character17
卢lúblack盧
卢卡斯Lucas (name)盧卡斯
卢布ruble (Russian currency) (loanword)盧布
卢武铉Roh Moo-hyun (1946-2009), South Korean lawyer and politician, president 2003-2008盧武鉉
卢比rupee (Indian currency) (loanword)盧比
卢瑟loser (loanword)盧瑟
卢旺达Rwanda盧旺達
卢森堡Luxembourg盧森堡
贝卢斯科尼Silvio Berlusconi (1936-), Italian media magnate and right-wing politician, prime minister of Italy 1994-1995, 2001-2006, 2008-2011貝盧斯科尼
里约热内卢Rio de Janeiro里約熱內盧
费卢杰Fallujah, Iraqi city on Euphrates費盧傑
滑铁卢Waterloo (Belgium)滑鐵盧
卢浮宫Le Louvre, Paris Museum盧浮宮
卢湾区Luwan district, central Shanghai盧灣區
卢沟桥Lugou Bridge or Marco Polo Bridge in southwest of Beijing, the scene of a conflict that marked the beginning of the Second Sino-Japanese War 抗日戰爭|抗日战争[KàngRìZhànzhēng]盧溝橋
卢卡申科Aleksandr Grigoryevich Lukachenko, president of Belarus from 1994盧卡申科
卢瑟福Rutherford (name)盧瑟福
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Frequently Asked Questions about 卢
Yes, 卢 (lú) is a recognized surname in China, though not among the most common.
You can use 卢 to describe a type of dwelling, for example, '我们有一个卢在村子里' (We have a cottage in the village).
In Taiwanese slang, 卢 refers to someone who is troublesome or fussy.
