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March 24, 2026
滦(灤)luán(Luan2)
滦 (luán) refers to a river and a county located in Hebei Province, China. It is commonly used in geographical contexts, particularly when discussing regional features or administrative divisions. This character embodies both the natural and administrative aspects of the area it represents.
Strokes13Radical氵Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
滦 River plays a significant role in the historical development of the region, and the county is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional festivals that celebrate local history and community.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flowing river (the radical 水, meaning water) that twists and turns like a winding 'lantern' – this represents the pronunciation 'luán.' Picture the lantern floating down the river, illuminating the beautiful county where it flows, helping you remember both the meaning and sound of the word.
Meanings of 滦
luán(Luan2)
1a county and river in Hebei province
2river and county in Hebei Province
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About 滦
滦Simplified
灤Traditional
13Strokes
氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flowing river (the radical 水, meaning water) that twists and turns like a winding 'lantern' – this represents the pronunciation 'luán.' Picture the lantern floating down the river, illuminating the beautiful county where it flows, helping you remember both the meaning and sound of the word.
Usage Notes
滦 is often used in formal contexts related to geography or local governance. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; the third tone can be tricky. Common collocations include 滦河 (Luán River) and 滦县 (Luán County).
HSK Study Tips
Although 滦 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 3 and 4 words related to geography and nature. Students should focus on recognizing how place names are formed in Mandarin, especially with regard to water-related terms.
Cultural Note
滦 River plays a significant role in the historical development of the region, and the county is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional festivals that celebrate local history and community.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 滦 as 'lúan,' incorrectly emphasizing the second tone instead of the correct rising tone. Additionally, some may confuse it with similar characters; ensure you recognize the water radical to avoid this mistake.
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Cultural Notes for 滦
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滦 River plays a significant role in the historical development of the region, and the county is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional festivals that celebrate local history and community.
Word Family of 滦
Words Containing This Character9
滦luánriver and county in Hebei Province灤
滦河Luan River灤河
滦县Luan county in Tangshan 唐山[Tángshān], Hebei灤縣
滦平县Luanping county in Chengde 承德[Chéngdé], Hebei灤平縣
滦南县Luannan county in Tangshan 唐山[Tángshān], Hebei灤南縣
滦平Luanping county in Chengde 承德[Chéngdé], Hebei灤平
滦南Luannan county in Tangshan 唐山[Tángshān], Hebei灤南
双滦区Shuangluan district of Chengde city 承德市[Chéngdéshì], Hebei雙灤區
双滦Shuangluan district of Chengde city 承德市[Chéngdéshì], Hebei雙灤
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Frequently Asked Questions about 滦
滦 refers to both a river and a county in Hebei Province.
滦 is pronounced 'luán' with a rising tone.
滦 is more commonly used in formal or geographical discussions rather than everyday conversation.
