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饹 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
饹lebuckwheat or sorghum noodleszg, 9 strokes, radical 饣
le(le5) T5
  1. 1buckwheat or sorghum noodles
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March 24, 2026

饹(餎)le(le5)

The character 饹 (le) refers to a type of noodle made from buckwheat or sorghum. These noodles are often used in various dishes, particularly in northern China, where they provide a unique texture and flavor. They are less common in mainstream Chinese cuisine compared to wheat noodles but have regional significance.

Strokes9Radical饣
Cultural Note

饹 is particularly associated with the cuisine of the Shanxi province, where buckwheat is a staple due to its adaptability to the climate. This reflects the agricultural practices and dietary preferences of the region.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bowl of buckwheat noodles dancing on a plate. The character 饹 looks like a bowl (the top part) holding the noodles (the bottom part resembles strands). To remember the pronunciation, think of a 'leaping' noodle as it jumps into the broth.

Meanings of 饹

le(le5)
1buckwheat or sorghum noodles
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About 饹

饹Simplified
餎Traditional
9Strokes
饣Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

饹 is primarily used in informal contexts when referring to specific types of noodles. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding characters like 餄 (he) or using it in formal settings, which is inappropriate. It often collocates with terms related to cooking and dishes.

HSK Study Tips

While 饹 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 1 terms like 面 (miàn), meaning 'noodles.' Students should focus on recognizing it in regional dishes and understanding its specific use compared to more common noodle types.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 饹 with similar characters like 餄 (he), resulting in incorrect references to noodle types. Always use 饹 specifically for buckwheat or sorghum noodles.

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Etymology of 饹

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

food

Semantic (meaning)饣
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Phonetic (sound)各
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Origin

饹 = 饣 + 各. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 饹

IDS Structure⿰饣各
饹Full Character
=
饣shi2
left
各ge4
right
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How to say buckwheat or sorghum noodles in Chinese

“buckwheat or sorghum noodles” in Chinese is饹le

The character 饹 (le) refers to a type of noodle made from buckwheat or sorghum. These noodles are often used in various dishes, particularly in northern China, where they provide a unique texture and flavor. They are less common in mainstream Chinese cuisine compared to wheat noodles but have regional significance.

When to use 饹

饹 is primarily used in informal contexts when referring to specific types of noodles. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding characters like 餄 (he) or using it in formal settings, which is inappropriate. It often collocates with terms related to cooking and dishes.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 饹 with similar characters like 餄 (he), resulting in incorrect references to noodle types. Always use 饹 specifically for buckwheat or sorghum noodles.

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Word Family of 饹

Words Containing This Character1
饹lenoodles either made of buckwheat or sorghum餎

Frequently Asked Questions about 饹

Other types include 汤面 (tāngmiàn) and 炸酱面 (zhájiàngmiàn), which are wheat-based and more commonly found.

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