HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
to consider
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
anxiety
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
anxious, concerned, worried
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
to think over
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
to consider
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
anxiety
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
虑
lǜ
anxious, concerned, worried
HSK 3, vg, 10 strokes, radical 心, rank #20362, Hard
lǜ(lü4)
primary
T4
1to think over
2to consider
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March 24, 2026
虑(慮)lǜ(lü4)
The character 虑 (lǜ) means to think over or to consider something carefully. It is often used in contexts expressing concern or anxiety about a situation or decision. This word conveys a sense of deliberation and thoughtfulness, commonly found in both personal and formal discussions.
Strokes10Radical心Frequency#20362DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of concern (虑) reflects a deep value placed on responsibility and thoughtfulness towards family and society, often seen in phrases related to family duties and social obligations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a worried person sitting under a tree, their mind racing with thoughts about the future (the radical 虍 resembles the tree's branches). The 'lǜ' sound can be remembered by thinking of a 'blue' (lǜ sounds like 'loo') mood when one is anxious or concerned. Picture this person surrounded by blue thoughts as they mull over their worries.
Meanings of 虑
lǜ(lü4)
primary
1to think over
2to consider
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About 虑
虑Simplified
慮Traditional
10Strokes
心Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
#20362Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L3
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AI Study Notes for 虑
Quick Contrast
考虑 (kǎo lǜ) vs 思考 (sī kǎo) — use 虑 when emphasizing concern or anxiety in consideration, rather than just the act of thinking.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a worried person sitting under a tree, their mind racing with thoughts about the future (the radical 虍 resembles the tree's branches). The 'lǜ' sound can be remembered by thinking of a 'blue' (lǜ sounds like 'loo') mood when one is anxious or concerned. Picture this person surrounded by blue thoughts as they mull over their worries.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 虑 with similar-sounding words; ensure you pronounce it with the correct falling tone. It is more common in formal contexts, so when speaking casually, consider using simpler alternatives like 想 (xiǎng). Be careful with collocations such as '虑虑' (lǜlǜ) which is informal and means 'to consider carefully'.
HSK Study Tips
Although not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding 虑 helps expand your comprehension of emotions and thought processes expressed in Mandarin. Focus on how it connects with words like 思考 (sīkǎo - to think) and 担心 (dānxīn - to worry).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of concern (虑) reflects a deep value placed on responsibility and thoughtfulness towards family and society, often seen in phrases related to family duties and social obligations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 虑 by using the wrong tone, such as saying 'lü' instead of 'lǜ'. Additionally, they might confuse it with 虑 (lǜ), which has a similar meaning but is used in different contexts; ensure you use the correct character in the right situation.
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Grammar Patterns of 虑
虑 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Career-wise, this illness couldn't have come at a worse time.
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听到这番话，欣兰感到他内心的疑虑顿时消散了。
tīng dào zhè fān huà， ， xīn lán gǎn dào tā nèi xīn de yí lǜ dùn shí xiāo sàn。
When he heard these words, Shinran felt his inner doubts melt away.
Cultural Notes for 虑
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In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of '虑' is often associated with the importance of careful thought before taking action. This reflects the value placed on wisdom and foresight in decision-making.
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of concern (虑) reflects a deep value placed on responsibility and thoughtfulness towards family and society, often seen in phrases related to family duties and social obligations.
Word Family of 虑
Compounds2
滤lü4to strain
摅shu1to disperse, to spread, to vent; to send forth
Words Containing This Character20
考虑kǎoto think over考慮
焦虑jiāolǜanxious焦慮
忧虑yōulǜto worry憂慮
顾虑gùlǜmisgivings顧慮
疑虑yílǜhesitation疑慮
虑lǜanxiety慮
无忧无虑wúyōuwúlǜcarefree and without worries (idiom)無憂無慮
深思熟虑mature reflection深思熟慮
处心积虑scheming處心積慮
思虑to think sth through思慮
焦虑不安worried too much焦慮不安
殚精竭虑to rack one's brains殫精竭慮
深谋远虑to plan far ahead (idiom)深謀遠慮
远虑long-term considerations遠慮
不足为虑to give no cause for anxiety不足為慮
熟虑careful thought熟慮
挂虑to worry about掛慮
谋虑to plan and consider謀慮
朝不虑夕imminent crisis朝不慮夕
千虑一失reflect a thousand times and you can still make a mistake (idiom); to err is human千慮一失
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Frequently Asked Questions about 虑
While both 虑 (lǜ) and 思考 (sīkǎo) relate to thinking, 虑 carries a connotation of consideration or anxiety, often implying a deeper level of concern. 思考, on the other hand, simply means to think or ponder without the emotional weight of worry.
You should use 虑 (lǜ) when discussing topics that require careful thought or when expressing concern about a situation. It is particularly useful in formal contexts or when discussing future plans that may cause anxiety.
虑 (lǜ) means to think over or to consider something. It can also refer to feelings of anxiety or worry. This character is often used in contexts where careful thought or consideration is required.
You can use 虑 (lǜ) in sentences such as '我会虑一下这个问题' (Wǒ huì lǜ yīxià zhège wèntí), which means 'I will think over this issue.' It is often paired with other words to express the act of considering different options or the anxiety surrounding a decision.
It's not commonly used in casual speech; it tends to appear more in written language or formal discussions.
While both express anxiety, 虑 has a stronger connotation of careful consideration compared to 担心, which is more about worry.
Common phrases include '忧虑' (yōulǜ - to worry) and '考虑' (kǎolǜ - to consider), which are used in various contexts.
