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March 24, 2026
梾(棶)lái(lai2)
The character 梾 (lái) refers to the dogwood tree, specifically the Cornus macrophylla species. It is primarily used in botanical contexts to identify this particular type of tree, which is notable for its large leaves and flowering properties.
Strokes11Radical木Frequency#89340DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The dogwood tree has cultural significance in China, symbolizing resilience and beauty, and is often associated with traditional medicinal uses in various regions.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 梾 as a tree (木) with branches (丷) spreading out, representing the dogwood's growth. The sound 'lái' can be imagined as a dogwood tree inviting you to 'lie' down under its shade in a peaceful garden.
Meanings of 梾
lái(lai2)
1dogwood; Cornus macrophylla
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梾Simplified
棶Traditional
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木Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 梾 as a tree (木) with branches (丷) spreading out, representing the dogwood's growth. The sound 'lái' can be imagined as a dogwood tree inviting you to 'lie' down under its shade in a peaceful garden.
Usage Notes
This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for formal or academic discussions about botany. Learners should be careful with the tone, as it is pronounced with the second tone (lái), which can be confused with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 梾 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other tree-related vocabulary at HSK level 3 and above. Students should focus on recognizing botanical terms to enhance their understanding of related words.
Cultural Note
The dogwood tree has cultural significance in China, symbolizing resilience and beauty, and is often associated with traditional medicinal uses in various regions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 梾 with similar-sounding characters due to tone differences. For example, saying 'lai1' instead of 'lai2' can lead to misunderstandings.
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Cultural Notes for 梾
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The dogwood tree has cultural significance in China, symbolizing resilience and beauty, and is often associated with traditional medicinal uses in various regions.
Word Family of 梾
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梾láilarge-leaved dogwood (Cornus macrophylla)棶
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Frequently Asked Questions about 梾
It means dogwood, specifically referring to the Cornus macrophylla species.
No, it is primarily used in botanical contexts and is not common in everyday speech.
