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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
栌lúsumac; loquat; the capital of a columnx, 9 strokes, radical 木
栌lúcapital (of column)unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木
栌lúsmoke treeunknown, 9 strokes, radical 木
lú(lu2)lu T2
  1. 1sumac; loquat; the capital of a column
  2. 2capital (of column)
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March 24, 2026

栌(櫨)lú(lu2)

The character 栌 (lú) refers to several meanings, primarily associated with plants like sumac and loquat. It can also denote the capital of a column in architecture, highlighting its usage in both botany and structural terminology. This duality reflects its versatility in describing nature and man-made objects.

Strokes9Radical木
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese architecture, the capital of a column carries significant aesthetic and structural importance. The use of natural elements like loquat and sumac reflects the integration of nature in Chinese culture and design.

Memory tip

Imagine a tall column made of tree bark, with sumac and loquat leaves wrapping around its base. The 'lú' sound can be remembered as 'loquat' which sounds similar, while the radical 样 (tree) hints at its botanical meanings.

Meanings of 栌

lú(lu2)
1sumac; loquat; the capital of a column
2capital (of column)
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About 栌

栌Simplified
櫨Traditional
9Strokes
木Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 栌, learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar characters that refer to other plants or structures. It is more commonly used in formal contexts, especially in botanical or architectural discussions. Pay attention to the correct tone when pronouncing 'lú' to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

Although 栌 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to other plant-related terms at the same level. Students should focus on differentiating similar-sounding characters and understanding their contexts to enhance their vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 栌 with characters that have similar phonetics or radicals, such as 栗 (lì - chestnut). A common mistake is using 栌 in place of 栗 when discussing plants. Ensure to remember the specific meanings and contexts for each character.

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Etymology of 栌

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

tree

Semantic (meaning)木
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Phonetic (sound)卢
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Origin

栌 = 木 + 卢. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 栌

IDS Structure⿰木卢
栌Full character
=
木Mu4
left
卢Lu2
right
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Parts

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How to say sumac; loquat; the capital of a column in Chinese

“sumac; loquat; the capital of a column” in Chinese is栌lú

The character 栌 (lú) refers to several meanings, primarily associated with plants like sumac and loquat. It can also denote the capital of a column in architecture, highlighting its usage in both botany and structural terminology. This duality reflects its versatility in describing nature and man-made objects.

When to use 栌

When using 栌, learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar characters that refer to other plants or structures. It is more commonly used in formal contexts, especially in botanical or architectural discussions. Pay attention to the correct tone when pronouncing 'lú' to avoid misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 栌 with characters that have similar phonetics or radicals, such as 栗 (lì - chestnut). A common mistake is using 栌 in place of 栗 when discussing plants. Ensure to remember the specific meanings and contexts for each character.

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Word Family of 栌

Words containing this character1
栌lúsmoke tree櫨

Frequently asked questions about 栌

栌 primarily means sumac or loquat, and it can also refer to the capital of a column in architecture.

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