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March 24, 2026
崃(崍)lái(lai2)
崃 (lái) refers specifically to a mountain located in Sichuan province, China. It is often used in geographical contexts and can also refer to the region surrounding the mountain. The character may also appear in place names or cultural references related to this area.
Strokes10Radical山Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The mountain 崃 is significant in Sichuan culture, often associated with local legends and natural beauty. It is a part of the rich landscape that defines the region's geography and tourism.
Memory Tip
Think of 崃 (lái) as a 'high' mountain. The radical '山' (shān) represents 'mountain,' and the left part of the character can remind you of a slope or incline. Imagine climbing a steep slope to reach a high peak, linking the character's form to its meaning.
Meanings of 崃
lái(lai2)
1a mountain in Sichuan province
2name of a mountain in Sichuan
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About 崃
崃Simplified
崍Traditional
10Strokes
山Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 崃
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 崃 (lái) as a 'high' mountain. The radical '山' (shān) represents 'mountain,' and the left part of the character can remind you of a slope or incline. Imagine climbing a steep slope to reach a high peak, linking the character's form to its meaning.
Usage Notes
崃 is primarily used in geographical names and should be used in contexts discussing locations or natural features. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding characters; ensure the correct pronunciation and tone are used. This character is more formal and is less likely to be used in casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
As 崃 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, learners should focus on understanding its context within geographical discussions. Familiarizing yourself with other mountain-related vocabulary at the same level can help reinforce learning.
Cultural Note
The mountain 崃 is significant in Sichuan culture, often associated with local legends and natural beauty. It is a part of the rich landscape that defines the region's geography and tourism.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 崃 as 'lái' with a falling tone instead of the correct rising tone. Additionally, they might confuse it with characters that have similar appearances or sounds, such as 莱 (lái).
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Cultural Notes for 崃
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The mountain 崃 is significant in Sichuan culture, often associated with local legends and natural beauty. It is a part of the rich landscape that defines the region's geography and tourism.
Word Family of 崃
Words Containing This Character5
崃láiname of a mountain in Sichuan崍
邛崃Qionglai county level city in Chengdu 成都[Chéngdū], Sichuan邛崍
邛崃市Qionglai county level city in Chengdu 成都[Chéngdū], Sichuan邛崍市
邛崃山Mt Qionglai in west Sichuan, the watershed between Minjiang 岷江 and Daduhe 大渡河邛崍山
邛崃山脉Qionglai mountains on the boundary of the Sichuan basin 四川盆地邛崍山脈
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Frequently Asked Questions about 崃
崃 is pronounced as 'lái' with a rising tone.
No, 崃 is more commonly used in specific contexts related to geography rather than in daily dialogue.
