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閵lìnThe character 閵 (lìn) refers to a specific type of sound or noise, often used in literary contexts. It can signify a ringing or a clamor, typically associated with bells or similar sounds. This character is less commonly used in everyday speech but may appear in poetry or classical texts.16 strokes, radical 門
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March 24, 2026

閵lìn(lin4)

The character 閵 (lìn) refers to a specific type of sound or noise, often used in literary contexts. It can signify a ringing or a clamor, typically associated with bells or similar sounds. This character is less commonly used in everyday speech but may appear in poetry or classical texts.

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Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, bells have significant importance in temples and ceremonies, often used to mark time or signify important events. The character 閵 captures this essence of sound that is integral to various cultural practices.

Memory tip

Imagine a large bell ringing (the sound of 'lìn') at a serene temple. The radical 門 (door) reminds you of the entrance to this peaceful place where you would hear the bell's echo. Visualize how the sound travels through the door, spreading tranquility.

About 閵

閵Simplified
16Strokes
門Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse this character with similar sounding ones like '铃' (líng), which means 'bell' in a more general sense. It's important to recognize its specific literary usage. This character is more likely to be encountered in written texts rather than spoken language.

HSK Study Tips

Although 閵 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding its components can help learners with other characters involving sound or noise. Focus on the radical 門, which signifies things related to doors or entrances, as it appears in more common words.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 閵 in place of more common characters like '铃' (líng) when referring to bells in conversation. For example, saying '我喜欢这个閵' instead of '我喜欢这个铃' (I like this bell) is incorrect.

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Etymology of 閵

Decomposition of 閵

IDS Structure⿵門隹
閵Full character
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門men2
enclosing
隹zhui1
inner
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How to say 閵 in Chinese

This in Chinese is閵lìn

The character 閵 (lìn) refers to a specific type of sound or noise, often used in literary contexts. It can signify a ringing or a clamor, typically associated with bells or similar sounds. This character is less commonly used in everyday speech but may appear in poetry or classical texts.

When to use 閵

Learners often confuse this character with similar sounding ones like '铃' (líng), which means 'bell' in a more general sense. It's important to recognize its specific literary usage. This character is more likely to be encountered in written texts rather than spoken language.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 閵 in place of more common characters like '铃' (líng) when referring to bells in conversation. For example, saying '我喜欢这个閵' instead of '我喜欢这个铃' (I like this bell) is incorrect.

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It is primarily used in literary contexts to denote a specific sound or noise, especially related to ringing.

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