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March 24, 2026
梁liáng(Liang2)
The character 梁 (liáng) primarily refers to a beam or rafter in the context of architecture, particularly in roofs. Additionally, it is a surname in Chinese culture and can denote various historical kingdoms or dynasties, making it versatile in its usage across different contexts.
Strokes11Radical木Frequency#13640DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The surname 梁 is associated with notable figures in Chinese history, including politicians and scholars. Additionally, 梁 refers to ancient kingdoms, highlighting the significance of heritage and lineage in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a strong wooden beam (梁) supporting a roof, which helps keep everything stable. The character looks like a roof with a supporting beam underneath, reinforcing the idea of strength and support, which also sounds like 'liáng'.
Meanings of 梁
liáng(Liang2)
1beam of roof
2bridge
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About 梁
梁Simplified
11Strokes
木Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#13640Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6
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AI Study Notes for 梁
Usage Notes
While 梁 is commonly used in construction-related contexts, learners often confuse it with similar-sounding characters. It is typically used in formal contexts when discussing architecture or historical references. Remember to pronounce it with the second tone, as incorrect tones can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 梁 is not a specific HSK word, understanding it can enhance vocabulary related to architecture and history, which may appear in HSK readings. Focus on its role in compound words and phrases related to construction and surnames, such as 梁家 (Liang family).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 梁 with 量 (liàng), which means 'quantity'. For example, saying '我有五梁苹果' (wǒ yǒu wǔ liáng píngguǒ) incorrectly uses 梁 instead of 量, which should be '我有五量苹果' (wǒ yǒu wǔ liàng píngguǒ).
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The character 梁 (liáng) primarily refers to a beam or rafter in the context of architecture, particularly in roofs. Additionally, it is a surname in Chinese culture and can denote various historical kingdoms or dynasties, making it versatile in its usage across different contexts.
When to use 梁
While 梁 is commonly used in construction-related contexts, learners often confuse it with similar-sounding characters. It is typically used in formal contexts when discussing architecture or historical references. Remember to pronounce it with the second tone, as incorrect tones can change the meaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 梁 with 量 (liàng), which means 'quantity'. For example, saying '我有五梁苹果' (wǒ yǒu wǔ liáng píngguǒ) incorrectly uses 梁 instead of 量, which should be '我有五量苹果' (wǒ yǒu wǔ liàng píngguǒ).
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Grammar Patterns of 梁
梁 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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洪水冲垮了釜山的一座主要桥____。
Flood waters washed away one of the main bridges in Pusan.
Example Sentences for 梁 (10)
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1
洪水冲垮了釜山的一座主要桥梁。
hóng shuǐ chōng kuǎ le fǔ shān de yī zuò zhǔ yào qiáo liáng。
Flood waters washed away one of the main bridges in Pusan.
2
我不是故意要打断他的鼻梁。我只是一时气急。
wǒ bù shì gù yì yào dǎ duàn tā de bí liáng。 。 wǒ zhī shì yī shí qì。
I didn't mean to break his nose. I just saw red.
3
他鼻梁断了，但或许今天就能出院。
tā bí liáng duàn le， ， dàn huò xǔ jīn tiān jiù néng chū。
