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March 24, 2026
拢(攏)lǒng(long3)
The character 拢 (lǒng) means to gather together or collect. It can be used in various contexts, such as collecting items, summing up ideas, or even drawing near to someone. The nuance often involves bringing things closer together, either physically or metaphorically.
Strokes8Radical扌Frequency#20562DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gathering or bringing people together is often associated with family reunions, especially during festivals like the Spring Festival. The concept of unity and togetherness is deeply rooted in Chinese values.
Memory Tip
Imagine a group of people holding hands in a circle, as they gather together with arms open wide. The left side of 拢 (扌) resembles a hand, symbolizing action or gathering, while the right side (龙) looks like a dragon, representing strength in unity. Together, they remind you of 'gathering' and 'approaching'.
Meanings of 拢
lǒng(long3)
1to gather together
2to collect
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About 拢
拢Simplified
攏Traditional
8Strokes
扌Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#20562Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 拢
Quick Contrast
聚 (jù) - use 拢 (lǒng) when emphasizing the act of gathering together or collecting in a more intimate or close manner, while 聚 (jù) is more general for gathering without the nuance of closeness.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the pronunciation, as it can easily be confused with similar-sounding words. 拢 is more commonly used in informal contexts, but can also appear in written language. It often collocates with words like 'money' (钱), 'thoughts' (想法), or 'information' (信息).
HSK Study Tips
Although 拢 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects with words related to gathering and collecting, which are important at lower HSK levels. Focus on recognizing its components and practicing phrases that involve collection or gathering.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 拢 with similar characters like 理 (lǐ), which means 'to manage' or 'to arrange'. A common error is saying '理起来' instead of '拢起来' when referring to gathering things together.
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拢 = 扌 + 龙. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 拢
IDS Structure⿰扌龙
拢Full Character
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扌shou3
left
龙Long2
right
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How to say to gather together in Chinese
“to gather together” in Chinese is拢lǒng
The character 拢 (lǒng) means to gather together or collect. It can be used in various contexts, such as collecting items, summing up ideas, or even drawing near to someone. The nuance often involves bringing things closer together, either physically or metaphorically.
When to use 拢
Be cautious with the pronunciation, as it can easily be confused with similar-sounding words. 拢 is more commonly used in informal contexts, but can also appear in written language. It often collocates with words like 'money' (钱), 'thoughts' (想法), or 'information' (信息).
拢 or something close to it
聚 (jù) - use 拢 (lǒng) when emphasizing the act of gathering together or collecting in a more intimate or close manner, while 聚 (jù) is more general for gathering without the nuance of closeness.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 拢 with similar characters like 理 (lǐ), which means 'to manage' or 'to arrange'. A common error is saying '理起来' instead of '拢起来' when referring to gathering things together.
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Grammar Patterns of 拢
拢 carries 8 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
