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傈 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
傈lìthe Lisu tribenz, 12 strokes, radical 亻
傈lìLisu ethnic group of Yunnanunknown, 12 strokes, radical 亻
lì(Li4) T4
  1. 1the Lisu tribe
  2. 2Lisu ethnic group of Yunnan
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March 24, 2026

傈lì(Li4)

The character 傈 (lì) refers to the Lisu tribe, an ethnic group primarily found in Yunnan province, China. It is often used in discussions about ethnic diversity, cultural heritage, and the various minority groups in China, particularly in the context of the Lisu people's customs and traditions.

Strokes12Radical亻
Cultural Note

The Lisu tribe has a rich cultural heritage, including unique music, dance, and traditional clothing, which are important aspects of their identity. They are also known for their distinct language, which belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 傈 as a 'leafy' (the radical '木' meaning tree) representation of the Lisu tribe, which lives among the trees of Yunnan. The pronunciation 'lì' can be remembered as 'leafy,' connecting the character's form to nature and the tribe's environment.

Meanings of 傈

lì(Li4)
1the Lisu tribe
2Lisu ethnic group of Yunnan
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About 傈

傈Simplified
12Strokes
亻Radical
其它专名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 傈

Usage Notes

When discussing ethnic groups, it's important to use the correct terms and show respect. Avoid using informal language when referring to the Lisu tribe in academic or formal contexts. A common collocation is '傈僳族' (Lìsuò zú), which specifies the Lisu ethnic group.

HSK Study Tips

Although 傈 is not included in HSK levels, understanding it can enhance knowledge of Chinese ethnic diversity. Students should focus on related terms and phrases, like the names of other ethnic groups, to build a more comprehensive vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 傈 with similar characters. For example, mixing it up with '李' (lǐ, meaning 'plum') is common due to visual similarity. Remember, 傈 specifically refers to the Lisu tribe.

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Etymology of 傈

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

Semantic (meaning)亻
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Phonetic (sound)栗
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Case file: 傈

  1. 1The meaning half亻 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half栗 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaypeople
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 傈

IDS Structure⿰亻栗
傈Full Character
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亻ren2
left
栗li4
right
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How to say the Lisu tribe in Chinese

“the Lisu tribe” in Chinese is傈lì

The character 傈 (lì) refers to the Lisu tribe, an ethnic group primarily found in Yunnan province, China. It is often used in discussions about ethnic diversity, cultural heritage, and the various minority groups in China, particularly in the context of the Lisu people's customs and traditions.

When to use 傈

When discussing ethnic groups, it's important to use the correct terms and show respect. Avoid using informal language when referring to the Lisu tribe in academic or formal contexts. A common collocation is '傈僳族' (Lìsuò zú), which specifies the Lisu ethnic group.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 傈 with similar characters. For example, mixing it up with '李' (lǐ, meaning 'plum') is common due to visual similarity. Remember, 傈 specifically refers to the Lisu tribe.

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Word Family of 傈

Words Containing This Character5
傈僳族Lisu ethnic group of Yunnan
傈僳Lisu ethnic group of Yunnan
傈lìLisu ethnic group of Yunnan
怒江傈僳族自治州Nujiang Lisu autonomous prefecture in northwest Yunnan, capital Liuku or Lutku 六庫鎮|六库镇[Liù​kù​zhèn]
维西傈僳族自治县Weixi Lisu autonomous county in Diqing Tibetan autonomous prefecture 迪慶藏族自治州|迪庆藏族自治州, northwest Yunnan維西傈僳族自治縣
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 傈

The Lisu tribe represents one of China's many ethnic minorities, showcasing the country's cultural diversity and the unique traditions of its various groups.

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