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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
圇lúnall, complete, entirex, 11 strokes, radical 囗
lún(lun2)lun T2
  1. 1all, complete, entire
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March 24, 2026

圇lún(lun2)

The character 圇 (lún) signifies the idea of completeness or entirety. It is often used in contexts where something is whole or all-encompassing, such as in formal or literary expressions. Its rarity in everyday conversation adds a nuance of sophistication when employed correctly.

Strokes11Radical囗
Cultural note

The character 圇 is often found in classical literature and philosophical texts, reflecting the importance of wholeness in Chinese thought, particularly in concepts related to balance and harmony in nature.

Memory tip

Imagine a round circle representing the whole, where the character 圇 is like a complete circle. The top part, representing a roof (土), suggests the idea of enclosure, while the bottom part (轮) hints at the concept of rotation, symbolizing the cycle of completeness.

Meanings of 圇

lún(lun2)
1all, complete, entire
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About 圇

圇Simplified
11Strokes
囗Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 圇 with similar characters like 全 (quán) or 完 (wán), which also imply completeness but are more commonly used. This character is more formal, so it's best suited for written texts or speeches rather than casual conversation. Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing it can change the word entirely.

HSK Study Tips

While 圇 is not an HSK level word, it connects to the concept of completeness found in HSK vocabulary, like 完整 (wánzhěng), meaning 'complete' or 'integral.' Students should focus on understanding its formal usage and its relation to more common complete-related terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners might mistakenly use 圇 in casual speech, thinking it has the same everyday application as 完. For example, saying '我想要一个圇的答案' (I want a complete answer) is incorrect; instead, use '我想要一个完整的答案'.

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Etymology of 圇

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

enclosure

Semantic (meaning)囗
+
Phonetic (sound)侖
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Origin

圇 = 囗 + 侖. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 圇

IDS Structure⿴囗侖
圇Full character
=
囗wei2
enclosing
侖lun2
inner
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Parts

Which of these is part of 圇?

How to say all, complete, entire in Chinese

“all, complete, entire” in Chinese is圇lún

The character 圇 (lún) signifies the idea of completeness or entirety. It is often used in contexts where something is whole or all-encompassing, such as in formal or literary expressions. Its rarity in everyday conversation adds a nuance of sophistication when employed correctly.

When to use 圇

Learners often confuse 圇 with similar characters like 全 (quán) or 完 (wán), which also imply completeness but are more commonly used. This character is more formal, so it's best suited for written texts or speeches rather than casual conversation. Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing it can change the word entirely.

What learners get wrong

Learners might mistakenly use 圇 in casual speech, thinking it has the same everyday application as 完. For example, saying '我想要一个圇的答案' (I want a complete answer) is incorrect; instead, use '我想要一个完整的答案'.

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Word Family of 圇

Words containing this character3
囫囵complete囫圇
囵lúncomplete圇
囫囵吞枣to lap up囫圇吞棗
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Words with 圇

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Frequently Asked Questions about 圇

No, 圇 is more often found in formal writing or literary contexts.

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