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侖 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
lúnlogical reasons, logical orderx, 8 strokes, radical 人, Very Hard
lún(lun2) T2
  1. 1logical reasons, logical order
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March 24, 2026
lún(lun2)

The character 侖 (lún) refers to logical reasoning or orderly thinking, often implying a sense of systematic structure in arguments or discussions. It is commonly used in philosophical and intellectual contexts to denote clarity and coherence in reasoning. This character emphasizes the importance of logic in communication and decision-making.

Strokes8RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese philosophy, particularly Confucianism, the emphasis on logical reasoning is foundational. The concept of 侖 embodies the value placed on rational discourse in both historical texts and modern dialogues, reflecting the broader cultural appreciation for order and clarity.

Memory Tip

Imagine a wise philosopher sitting at a round table (the character's circular aspect) discussing logical arguments (侖) with others. The '人' (rén) radical suggests it involves people, while the '論' (lùn) component reinforces the idea of discussion and reasoning, helping you remember the pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 侖

lún(lun2)
1logical reasons, logical order
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About 侖

Simplified
8Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 侖

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a wise philosopher sitting at a round table (the character's circular aspect) discussing logical arguments (侖) with others. The '人' (rén) radical suggests it involves people, while the '論' (lùn) component reinforces the idea of discussion and reasoning, helping you remember the pronunciation and meaning.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 侖 with similar-sounding words, such as 论 (lùn), which also relates to discussion but lacks the emphasis on order. Use 侖 in formal contexts, particularly in academic or philosophical discussions, to convey a sense of structured reasoning. Remember to maintain the correct tone, as pronunciation can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 侖 is not part of the official HSK levels, it connects with HSK vocabulary related to thinking and reasoning, such as 论 (lùn) and 思考 (sī kǎo). Focus on recognizing the character in context, particularly in texts discussing logic or philosophy.

Cultural Note

In Chinese philosophy, particularly Confucianism, the emphasis on logical reasoning is foundational. The concept of 侖 embodies the value placed on rational discourse in both historical texts and modern dialogues, reflecting the broader cultural appreciation for order and clarity.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 侖 interchangeably with 论 (lùn), leading to confusion about meaning. For example, saying '侖' when discussing a general topic can be incorrect; it’s better to use '论' in that context.

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Pronunciation of 侖

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Etymology of 侖

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Explanation

Simplified form of 侖. Depicts an arrangement of writings (冊). The origin of the top component is unclear.

Memory Hint

To assemble 亼 a book 冊; to prepare an argument

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 侖

IDS Structure⿱亼冊
Full Character
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ji2
top
ce4
bottom
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Cultural Notes for 侖

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese philosophy, particularly Confucianism, the emphasis on logical reasoning is foundational. The concept of 侖 embodies the value placed on rational discourse in both historical texts and modern dialogues, reflecting the broader cultural appreciation for order and clarity.

Word Family of 侖

Words Containing This Character14
拿破仑Napoleon (name)拿破崙
加仑gallon (loanword)加侖
昆仑Kunlun (Karakorum) mountain range in Xinjiang崑崙
lúnto arrange
昆仑山Kunlun Mountain range崑崙山
北仑Beilun district of Ningbo city 寧波市|宁波市[Níng​bō​shì], Zhejiang北侖
北仑区Beilun district of Ningbo city 寧波市|宁波市[Níng​bō​shì], Zhejiang北侖區
库仑Charles-Augustin de Coulomb (1736-1806), French physicist庫侖
昆仑山脉Kunlun Mountain range崑崙山脈
希斯仑Hezron (son of Perez)希斯崙
喀喇昆仑山Karakorum mountain range in west Xinjiang喀喇崑崙山
喀喇昆仑山脉Karakorum mountain range in west Xinjiang喀喇崑崙山脈
昆都仑区Kundulun district of Baotou city 包頭市|包头市[Bāo​tóu​shì], Inner Mongolia昆都侖區
库仑计voltameter庫侖計
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 侖

侖 is pronounced as 'lún' with a rising tone, similar to how you would say 'moon' in English.