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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
荦luòbrindled ox; tawny, variegatedg, 9 strokes, radical 牛
荦luòclearunknown, 9 strokes, radical 牛
荦luòeminentunknown, 9 strokes, radical 牛
luò(luo4)luo T4
  1. 1brindled ox; tawny, variegated
  2. 2clear
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March 24, 2026

荦(犖)luò(luo4)

The character 荦 (luò) primarily refers to a type of brindled ox, which is a cattle breed characterized by a mix of colors or shades, often tawny or variegated. It can also describe something that is clear or eminent, often used in literary contexts. This character is less commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in specific agricultural or poetic discussions.

Strokes9Radical牛
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, cattle, including brindled oxen, have historically been significant in agriculture, symbolizing hard work and prosperity. The use of this character may evoke traditional farming practices and the importance of livestock in rural communities.

Memory tip

Imagine a majestic brindled ox standing tall in a field. The character 荦 has a radical for plants (艹) on top, suggesting its connection to nature, and the bottom part resembles a strong, sturdy figure, representing the ox. Visualize this ox as a clear, eminent creature, standing out among the grass.

Meanings of 荦

luò(luo4)
1brindled ox; tawny, variegated
2clear
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About 荦

荦Simplified
犖Traditional
9Strokes
牛Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 荦 with similar characters that relate to color or brightness. It's important to use it in appropriate contexts, such as poetry or descriptions of animals, rather than in casual conversation. Be mindful of the tone, ensuring to pronounce it accurately as 'luò' to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

Although 荦 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be associated with related words about animals and colors. Students should focus on the radicals and how they form meaning in characters, which is a key component of HSK vocabulary development.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 荦 to describe any animal, while it specifically refers to brindled oxen. For example, saying '这只狗是荦的' (This dog is 荦) is incorrect; instead, use it for cattle-related descriptions.

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Etymology of 荦

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

ox

Semantic (meaning)牛
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Decomposition of 荦

IDS Structure⿱艹⿱冖牛
荦Full character
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艹cao3
top
冖mi4
top
牛Niu2
bottom
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How to say brindled ox; tawny, variegated in Chinese

“brindled ox; tawny, variegated” in Chinese is荦luò

The character 荦 (luò) primarily refers to a type of brindled ox, which is a cattle breed characterized by a mix of colors or shades, often tawny or variegated. It can also describe something that is clear or eminent, often used in literary contexts. This character is less commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in specific agricultural or poetic discussions.

When to use 荦

Learners often confuse 荦 with similar characters that relate to color or brightness. It's important to use it in appropriate contexts, such as poetry or descriptions of animals, rather than in casual conversation. Be mindful of the tone, ensuring to pronounce it accurately as 'luò' to avoid misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 荦 to describe any animal, while it specifically refers to brindled oxen. For example, saying '这只狗是荦的' (This dog is 荦) is incorrect; instead, use it for cattle-related descriptions.

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Word Family of 荦

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荦luòclear犖

Frequently Asked Questions about 荦

荦 is not commonly used in everyday conversations; it primarily appears in literary or agricultural contexts.

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