unknown, 7 strokes, radical 山, rank #36712, Very Hard
岚
lán
name of a mountain
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 山, rank #36712, Very Hard
lán(lan2) T2
1mountain mist, mountain haze
2mist
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March 24, 2026
岚(嵐)lán(lan2)
The character 岚 (lán) refers to the mist or haze that often envelops mountains, creating a mystical atmosphere. It is commonly used in poetic or literary contexts to evoke a sense of beauty and serenity associated with nature. Additionally, it can also be a name for specific mountains in Chinese geography.
Strokes7Radical山Frequency#36712DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, mist and haze are often used to symbolize mystery and beauty, making 岚 a popular term in classical literature. It reflects the deep appreciation for nature found in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine standing on a mountain surrounded by a gentle mist. The character 岚 resembles a mountain (山) with mist (云) swirling around it, helping you remember its meaning of mountain mist. The pronunciation 'lán' sounds like 'land' where you find such beautiful landscapes.
Meanings of 岚
lán(lan2)
1mountain mist, mountain haze
2mist
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About 岚
岚Simplified
嵐Traditional
7Strokes
山Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
This character is typically used in more formal, literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Learners might confuse it with similar-sounding words like 兰 (lán, orchid), so pay attention to context. Common collocations include phrases like '山岚' (mountain mist).
HSK Study Tips
While 岚 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects with natural scenery vocabulary like 山 (mountain) and 云 (cloud). Focus on recognizing it in literary texts and enhancing your descriptive language skills related to nature.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 岚 with 兰 (lán, orchid) due to the similar pronunciation. To avoid this, remember that 岚 is associated with mountains, while 兰 refers to a flower.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 岚?
Decomposition of 岚
IDS Structure⿱山风
岚Full Character
=
山Shan1
top
风feng1
bottom
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Which of these is a component of 岚?
How to say mountain mist, mountain haze in Chinese
“mountain mist, mountain haze” in Chinese is岚lán
The character 岚 (lán) refers to the mist or haze that often envelops mountains, creating a mystical atmosphere. It is commonly used in poetic or literary contexts to evoke a sense of beauty and serenity associated with nature. Additionally, it can also be a name for specific mountains in Chinese geography.
When to use 岚
This character is typically used in more formal, literary contexts rather than everyday conversation. Learners might confuse it with similar-sounding words like 兰 (lán, orchid), so pay attention to context. Common collocations include phrases like '山岚' (mountain mist).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 岚 with 兰 (lán, orchid) due to the similar pronunciation. To avoid this, remember that 岚 is associated with mountains, while 兰 refers to a flower.
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岚
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Word Family of 岚
Words Containing This Character7
岚lánmist嵐
李岚清Li Lanqing (1932-), PRC politician李嵐清
岚县Lan county in Lüliang 呂梁|吕梁[Lǚliáng], Shanxi 山西嵐縣
岢岚Kelan county in Xinzhou 忻州[Xīnzhōu], Shanxi岢嵐
岚皋县Langao County in Ankang 安康[Ankāng], Shaanxi嵐皋縣
岚皋Langao County in Ankang 安康[Ankāng], Shaanxi嵐皋
岢岚县Kelan county in Xinzhou 忻州[Xīnzhōu], Shanxi岢嵐縣
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Compound Meaning
What does 岚 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 岚
It is pronounced as 'lán', with a rising tone.
No, it is more often found in literary and poetic contexts.
You might want to learn 山 (mountain), 水 (water), and 云 (cloud) as they are commonly used in similar contexts.
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