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March 24, 2026
叻lè(le4)
The character 叻 (lè) is primarily used in transliterations of foreign words and names, often seen in place names. It does not have a standalone meaning in everyday conversation but serves as a phonetic component in proper nouns and certain borrowed terms.
Strokes5Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, names of foreign places often incorporate characters like 叻 to maintain phonetic similarity while adapting to Chinese pronunciation, reflecting the blending of cultures.
Memory Tip
Imagine a loud 'lè' sound echoing in a foreign land, representing the character's role in adopting foreign names. Picture a traveler using a map filled with places marked by the character 叻, helping you remember its purpose in transliteration.
Meanings of 叻
lè(le4)
1used in transliterations
2(used in place names)
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叻Simplified
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语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 叻
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a loud 'lè' sound echoing in a foreign land, representing the character's role in adopting foreign names. Picture a traveler using a map filled with places marked by the character 叻, helping you remember its purpose in transliteration.
Usage Notes
Learners may confuse 叻 with other similar-sounding characters. It is typically used in informal contexts related to names or places rather than in formal writing. Be cautious about its pronunciation as it can be easily misheard.
HSK Study Tips
While 叻 is not included in common HSK vocabulary lists, understanding its use in transliterations can help learners grasp the phonetic aspects of Chinese. Focus on how it appears in context with other characters to enhance recognition.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, names of foreign places often incorporate characters like 叻 to maintain phonetic similarity while adapting to Chinese pronunciation, reflecting the blending of cultures.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly think 叻 has a meaning similar to other characters with the same pronunciation. For example, confusing it with 乐 (lè), which means 'happy'. Remember, 叻 is primarily about sound, not meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 叻
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, names of foreign places often incorporate characters like 叻 to maintain phonetic similarity while adapting to Chinese pronunciation, reflecting the blending of cultures.
Word Family of 叻
Words Containing This Character1
叻lè(used in place names)
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 叻
It does not have a specific meaning on its own and is primarily used in transliterations.
No, it is mostly found in names and transliterations rather than in daily speech.
It is better suited for informal contexts, especially when referring to foreign names or places.
