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埒 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
埒lièenclosure, embankment, dikeg, 10 strokes, radical 土
埒liè(literary) equalunknown, 10 strokes, radical 土
埒lièTaiwan pr. [le4]unknown, 10 strokes, radical 土
liè(lie4) T4
  1. 1enclosure, embankment, dike
  2. 2(literary) equal
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March 24, 2026

埒liè(lie4)

The character 埒 (liè) primarily refers to an enclosure, embankment, or dike, often used in contexts related to land and construction. In literary usage, it can also imply the concept of equality or being equal. It is not commonly used in modern vernacular, making it more relevant in formal or literary texts.

Strokes10Radical土
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the construction of dikes and embankments has historical significance, particularly in flood control and agricultural development, showcasing the importance of managing land and water resources.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'Liè' (liè) as a sturdy dike holding back water, creating an enclosure for a peaceful garden. The character is composed of the radical 土 (earth) beneath the enclosure shape, reminding you that this is related to land and construction.

Meanings of 埒

liè(lie4)
1enclosure, embankment, dike
2(literary) equal
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About 埒

埒Simplified
10Strokes
土Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 埒

Usage Notes

Learners might confuse 埒 with similar-sounding characters. It is primarily used in literary contexts and may not be appropriate for everyday conversation. Be cautious with pronunciation, particularly noting the tone—liè (fourth tone) is crucial for clarity.

HSK Study Tips

Although 埒 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it shares the 土 (earth) radical with other characters that may appear in HSK levels. Focus on recognizing the character's structure and its meaning related to land when studying related vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 埒 as 'le' (second tone) instead of 'liè' (fourth tone). Another common error is using it in casual conversation, where it is rarely applicable.

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Pronunciation of 埒

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Etymology of 埒

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

earth

Semantic (meaning)土
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Phonetic (sound)寽
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Case file: 埒

  1. 1The meaning half土 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half寽 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayearth
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 埒?

Decomposition of 埒

IDS Structure⿰土寽
埒Full Character
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土Tu3
left
寽lü4
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 埒?

How to say enclosure, embankment, dike in Chinese

“enclosure, embankment, dike” in Chinese is埒liè

The character 埒 (liè) primarily refers to an enclosure, embankment, or dike, often used in contexts related to land and construction. In literary usage, it can also imply the concept of equality or being equal. It is not commonly used in modern vernacular, making it more relevant in formal or literary texts.

When to use 埒

Learners might confuse 埒 with similar-sounding characters. It is primarily used in literary contexts and may not be appropriate for everyday conversation. Be cautious with pronunciation, particularly noting the tone—liè (fourth tone) is crucial for clarity.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 埒 as 'le' (second tone) instead of 'liè' (fourth tone). Another common error is using it in casual conversation, where it is rarely applicable.

Write 埒

埒

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Grammar Patterns of 埒

埒 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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Complete the Sentence

二人才力相____.

The two persons have the same talent and abilities.

Example Sentences for 埒 (1)

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二人才力相埒.

èr rén cái lì xiāng liè.

The two persons have the same talent and abilities.
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Reorder the Sentence

The two persons have the same talent and abilities.

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Word Family of 埒

Words Containing This Character1
埒lièdike
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Compound Meaning

What does 埒 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 埒

It is not commonly used in everyday conversation; it is more applicable in literary or formal contexts.

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