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March 24, 2026
崙lún(lun2)
The character 崙 (lún) refers specifically to the Kunlun Mountains located in Jiangsu, China. This term is often used in geographical contexts and can signify the mountainous terrain or features associated with this region. It emphasizes the natural landscape and its significance in Chinese geography.
Strokes11Radical山Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The Kunlun Mountains hold a significant place in Chinese mythology and history, often regarded as the residence of the gods. This cultural connection enriches the understanding of the term and its importance in Chinese literature.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'Lunatic' climbing up a 'mountain' with 'Kun' on his back. The character 崙 has the radical for 'mountain' (山) at the bottom, visually connecting it to the mountainous meaning, while the 'Lun' sound helps you remember the pronunciation.
Meanings of 崙
lún(lun2)
1the Kunlun mountains in Jiangsu
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崙Simplified
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山Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'Lunatic' climbing up a 'mountain' with 'Kun' on his back. The character 崙 has the radical for 'mountain' (山) at the bottom, visually connecting it to the mountainous meaning, while the 'Lun' sound helps you remember the pronunciation.
Usage Notes
When using 崙, it’s important to remember that it is mostly used in formal or literary contexts, particularly in discussions about geography. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words, so ensure clarity in pronunciation. It often collocates with terms related to geography and nature.
HSK Study Tips
Although 崙 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your grasp of geographical terminology in Chinese. Focus on related terms like 山 (mountain) and 河 (river) to build a broader vocabulary about natural features.
Cultural Note
The Kunlun Mountains hold a significant place in Chinese mythology and history, often regarded as the residence of the gods. This cultural connection enriches the understanding of the term and its importance in Chinese literature.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 崙 with similar-sounding characters like 轮 (lún, meaning 'wheel'). To avoid this, remember that 崙 relates specifically to mountains and geography, while 轮 refers to circular objects.
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Cultural Notes for 崙
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The Kunlun Mountains hold a significant place in Chinese mythology and history, often regarded as the residence of the gods. This cultural connection enriches the understanding of the term and its importance in Chinese literature.
Word Family of 崙
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
仑lúnto arrange侖
昆仑山Kunlun Mountain range崑崙山
北仑Beilun district of Ningbo city 寧波市|宁波市[Níngbōshì], Zhejiang北侖
北仑区Beilun district of Ningbo city 寧波市|宁波市[Níngbōshì], 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[Bāotóushì], Inner Mongolia昆都侖區
库仑计voltameter庫侖計
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Frequently Asked Questions about 崙
崙 translates to 'the Kunlun Mountains' in English, specifically referring to a mountain range in Jiangsu.
No, 崙 is more commonly found in formal or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation.
