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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
栊lóngcage, pen; gratingg, 9 strokes, radical 木
栊lóngbarunknown, 9 strokes, radical 木
栊lónggratingsunknown, 9 strokes, radical 木
lóng(long2)long T2
  1. 1cage, pen; grating
  2. 2bar
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March 24, 2026

栊(櫳)lóng(long2)

The character 栊 (lóng) refers to a structure used to confine or contain, such as a cage or a pen. It can also describe grating or bars used in various contexts, often emphasizing a sense of enclosure or restriction.

Strokes9Radical木
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, cages (栊) were often used for keeping birds as pets, symbolizing both beauty and confinement. This reflects the cultural appreciation for nature and the delicate balance of freedom and captivity.

Memory tip

Imagine a bird (cage) trapped in a long, narrow structure (the character itself resembles a cage with its enclosing lines). The '木' radical suggests wood, hinting that cages are often made from this material, while the pronunciation 'lóng' sounds like 'long', reminding you of the elongated shape of a cage.

Meanings of 栊

lóng(long2)
1cage, pen; grating
2bar
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栊Simplified
櫳Traditional
9Strokes
木Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 栊 with similar words that describe open spaces or lack of restriction. It is typically used in informal contexts when discussing animal enclosures or security measures. Be cautious with the tones; using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

Although 栊 is not directly included in HSK levels, it relates to Level 3 vocabulary concerning animals and their habitats. Students should focus on recognizing the radicals and associated meanings to help expand their vocabulary around similar structures.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 栊 with similar characters like 笼 (lóng), which also means cage but has broader usage. Remember that 栊 typically refers to more specific forms of enclosure or grating.

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Etymology of 栊

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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wood

Semantic (meaning)木
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Phonetic (sound)龙
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Origin

栊 = 木 + 龙. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 栊

IDS Structure⿰木龙
栊Full character
=
木Mu4
left
龙Long2
right
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How to say cage, pen; grating in Chinese

“cage, pen; grating” in Chinese is栊lóng

The character 栊 (lóng) refers to a structure used to confine or contain, such as a cage or a pen. It can also describe grating or bars used in various contexts, often emphasizing a sense of enclosure or restriction.

When to use 栊

Common mistakes include confusing 栊 with similar words that describe open spaces or lack of restriction. It is typically used in informal contexts when discussing animal enclosures or security measures. Be cautious with the tones; using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 栊 with similar characters like 笼 (lóng), which also means cage but has broader usage. Remember that 栊 typically refers to more specific forms of enclosure or grating.

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Word Family of 栊

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栊lóngbar櫳

Frequently asked questions about 栊

It translates to 'cage' or 'grating', referring to structures used for confinement.

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