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廪 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
廪lǐngranary; to stockpileg, 16 strokes, radical 广
廪lǐngovernment granaryunknown, 16 strokes, radical 广
lǐn(lin3)lin T3
  1. 1granary; to stockpile
  2. 2government granary
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March 24, 2026

廪(廩)lǐn(lin3)

The character 廪 (lǐn) primarily means a granary or a place where grain is stored. It is often used in historical contexts related to agriculture or in discussions about government-managed food supplies, emphasizing the importance of food security in society.

Strokes16Radical广
Cultural Note

In ancient China, granaries were vital to prevent famine and ensure food security for the population, reflecting the agrarian society's reliance on stable food supplies. The concept of state-managed granaries can be linked to the Confucian value of ensuring the well-being of the people.

Memory Tip

Think of 廪 as a 'linchpin' for food storage. The radical 廴 suggests movement, as in transporting grain, while the structure resembles a stable or a building where grains are kept. Imagine a granary bustling with activity as farmers bring in their harvest.

Meanings of 廪

lǐn(lin3)
1granary; to stockpile
2government granary
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About 廪

廪Simplified
廩Traditional
16Strokes
广Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 廪, it is important to be aware that it is more formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Common collocations include '政府廪' (government granary) and '储存廪' (storage granary). Avoid using it in casual contexts where simpler terms for storage might be more appropriate.

HSK Study Tips

While 廪 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your grasp of agricultural and historical terms that may appear in reading comprehension sections, especially in texts discussing food security or traditional practices.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 廪 with similar-sounding characters like 林 (lín, forest) due to pronunciation. Remember that 廪 specifically relates to storage or granaries, while 林 pertains to trees or forests.

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Etymology of 廪

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

Semantic (meaning)广
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Phonetic (sound)禀
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Origin

廪 = 广 + 禀. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 廪

IDS Structure⿸广禀
廪Full Character
=
广Guang3
enclosing
禀bing3
inner
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How to say granary; to stockpile in Chinese

“granary; to stockpile” in Chinese is廪lǐn

The character 廪 (lǐn) primarily means a granary or a place where grain is stored. It is often used in historical contexts related to agriculture or in discussions about government-managed food supplies, emphasizing the importance of food security in society.

When to use 廪

When using 廪, it is important to be aware that it is more formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Common collocations include '政府廪' (government granary) and '储存廪' (storage granary). Avoid using it in casual contexts where simpler terms for storage might be more appropriate.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 廪 with similar-sounding characters like 林 (lín, forest) due to pronunciation. Remember that 廪 specifically relates to storage or granaries, while 林 pertains to trees or forests.

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Word Family of 廪

Words Containing This Character2
廪lǐngovernment granary廩
仓廪(literary) granary倉廩
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Frequently Asked Questions about 廪

In modern contexts, 廪 is often used in historical discussions or literature, referring to granaries or storage places for food, particularly in relation to government resources.

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