unknown, 14 strokes, radical 疒, rank #48279, Very Hard
lòu(lou4) T4
1fistula; goiter, sore, ulcer
2ulceration
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March 24, 2026
瘘(瘻)lòu(lou4)
The character 瘘 (lòu) refers to a medical condition known as a fistula, which is an abnormal connection between two body parts or organs. It can also refer to conditions like goiter, sores, or ulcers that affect the skin or tissues. This term is primarily used in medical contexts to describe specific health issues.
Strokes14Radical疒Frequency#48279DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, conditions like goiter are often treated with herbal remedies and acupuncture, reflecting a holistic approach to health that contrasts with Western medical practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'loud' (lòu) noise coming from a 'hole' in your body where it shouldn't be, representing a fistula. The character 瘘 resembles a 'hole' (the radical 疒 related to sickness) with a 'dot' above it, symbolizing the abnormal connection or opening.
Meanings of 瘘
lòu(lou4)
1fistula; goiter, sore, ulcer
2ulceration
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About 瘘
瘘Simplified
瘻Traditional
14Strokes
疒Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 瘘
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'loud' (lòu) noise coming from a 'hole' in your body where it shouldn't be, representing a fistula. The character 瘘 resembles a 'hole' (the radical 疒 related to sickness) with a 'dot' above it, symbolizing the abnormal connection or opening.
Usage Notes
This term is primarily used in medical settings, so it is important to use it correctly in context. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar medical terms or using it in informal conversations. Be aware that 瘘 generally carries a serious connotation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 瘘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is related to health and medical terms that may appear in advanced studies. Focus on related vocabulary like 疾病 (disease), 症状 (symptoms), and other medical terms to enhance comprehension.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, conditions like goiter are often treated with herbal remedies and acupuncture, reflecting a holistic approach to health that contrasts with Western medical practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 瘘 with other similar terms like 瘤 (liú, tumor) or 疮 (chuāng, sore). For example, saying '我有瘤' (I have a fistula) instead of '我有瘘' is incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 瘘
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, conditions like goiter are often treated with herbal remedies and acupuncture, reflecting a holistic approach to health that contrasts with Western medical practices.
Word Family of 瘘
Words Containing This Character2
瘘lòufistula瘻
瘘管fistula瘻管
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Compound Meaning
What does 瘘 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 瘘
It means 'fistula' or refers to conditions like ulcers and goiters.
