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榈lǘpalm treex, 13 strokes, radical 木
榈lǘpalm treex, 13 strokes, radical 木
lǘ(lv2)lv
primary
T2
  1. 1palm tree
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March 24, 2026

榈(櫚)lǘ(lv2)

榈 (lǘ) refers to a type of palm tree, specifically the Chinese fan palm. It is commonly used in contexts related to botany or landscaping, and may also symbolize resilience and adaptability in Chinese culture.

Strokes13Radical木
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, palm trees are often associated with tropical regions and symbolize hospitality and relaxation, commonly found in coastal areas and resorts.

Memory tip

Imagine a palm tree swaying in the wind. The character 榈 can be visualized as a tree (木) with leaves that look like fans (扇), capturing the essence of the palm tree. The sound 'lǘ' can be remembered by thinking of the 'lure' of a tropical paradise with palm trees.

Meanings of 榈

lǘ(lv2)
primary
1palm tree
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About 榈

榈Simplified
櫚Traditional
13Strokes
木Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This character is not frequently used in everyday conversation, making it somewhat niche. Learners might confuse it with more common tree-related characters like 树 (shù, tree) or 椰 (yē, coconut palm). It is important to use the correct pronunciation and tones to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While 榈 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of botanical terms. Focus on recognizing similar characters and their components, especially those related to plants and trees, as it will enrich your vocabulary at higher levels.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 榈 with similar characters like 树. For example, saying '我喜欢榈树' (wǒ xǐhuān lǘ shù) incorrectly implies 'I like palm trees' when they meant a general tree. The correct form should be '我喜欢树'.

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Etymology of 榈

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)闾
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Origin

榈 = 木 + 闾. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 榈

IDS Structure⿰木闾
榈Full character
=
木Mu4
left
闾lü2
right
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Parts

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How to say palm tree in Chinese

“palm tree” in Chinese is榈lǘ

榈 (lǘ) refers to a type of palm tree, specifically the Chinese fan palm. It is commonly used in contexts related to botany or landscaping, and may also symbolize resilience and adaptability in Chinese culture.

When to use 榈

This character is not frequently used in everyday conversation, making it somewhat niche. Learners might confuse it with more common tree-related characters like 树 (shù, tree) or 椰 (yē, coconut palm). It is important to use the correct pronunciation and tones to avoid misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 榈 with similar characters like 树. For example, saying '我喜欢榈树' (wǒ xǐhuān lǘ shù) incorrectly implies 'I like palm trees' when they meant a general tree. The correct form should be '我喜欢树'.

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Grammar Patterns of 榈

榈 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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人们可以把棕____叶折叠起来盖棚屋, 制伞,编篮子.

You can pleat palm fronds to make huts, umbrellas and baskets.

Example Sentences for 榈 (2)

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人们可以把棕榈叶折叠起来盖棚屋, 制伞,编篮子.

rén mén kě yǐ bǎ zōng lǘ yè zhē dié qǐ lái gài péng wū, , zhì, sǎn , biān.

You can pleat palm fronds to make huts, umbrellas and baskets.
2
棕榈泉有高档的餐厅和奢华的夜生活。

zōng lǘ quán yǒu gāo dàng de cān tīng hé shē huá de yè shēng huó。

Palm Springs has ritzy restaurants and glitzy nightlife.

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Word Family of 榈

Words containing this character4
棕榈palm tree棕櫚
榈lǘpalm tree櫚
棕榈油palm oil棕櫚油
棕榈树palm tree棕櫚樹
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Frequently Asked Questions about 榈

The correct pronunciation is lǘ, with a rising tone.

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