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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
猡luópig; the Lolo aboriginal tribezg, 11 strokes, radical 犭
猡luóname of a tribeunknown, 11 strokes, radical 犭
luó(luo2)luo T2
  1. 1pig; the Lolo aboriginal tribe
  2. 2name of a tribe
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March 24, 2026

猡(玀)luó(luo2)

The character 猡 (luó) primarily refers to a type of pig, often used in specific contexts related to animal husbandry. Additionally, it denotes the Lolo aboriginal tribe, which is an ethnic group in China, highlighting its cultural significance. The term can be used in discussions about indigenous groups or in agricultural contexts.

Strokes11Radical犭
Cultural note

The Lolo tribe, associated with the character 猡, has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its unique customs, music, and traditional clothing, which can be explored in the context of China's diverse ethnic tapestry.

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Imagine a pig (the character's meaning) wearing a colorful tribal headdress representing the Lolo tribe. The pig's round shape can remind you of 'luó' as it rolls around happily, connecting the character's form to its pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 猡

luó(luo2)
1pig; the Lolo aboriginal tribe
2name of a tribe
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About 猡

猡Simplified
玀Traditional
11Strokes
犭Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

When using 猡, learners should be careful to use it in appropriate contexts, as it is less common compared to other terms for pig. It is more suitable in formal discussions about tribes or cultural topics rather than everyday conversation. Be cautious with the tone, as 'luó' has a rising tone that differs from other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

This character may not appear in the HSK levels as it is relatively specialized. However, understanding it can enhance your vocabulary related to ethnic groups in China. Focus on its pronunciation and context to help differentiate it from similar characters in your studies.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 猡 with similar-sounding characters that refer to different animals or tribes. For instance, mistakenly using 猡 when they mean 猪 (zhū) for pig can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 猡

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

Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 罗 represents the sound. Simplified form of 玀.

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animal

Semantic (meaning)犭
+
Phonetic (sound)罗
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Origin

猡 = 犭 + 罗. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 猡

IDS Structure⿰犭罗
猡Full character
=
犭quan3
left
罗luo1
right
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How to say pig; the Lolo aboriginal tribe in Chinese

“pig; the Lolo aboriginal tribe” in Chinese is猡luó

The character 猡 (luó) primarily refers to a type of pig, often used in specific contexts related to animal husbandry. Additionally, it denotes the Lolo aboriginal tribe, which is an ethnic group in China, highlighting its cultural significance. The term can be used in discussions about indigenous groups or in agricultural contexts.

When to use 猡

When using 猡, learners should be careful to use it in appropriate contexts, as it is less common compared to other terms for pig. It is more suitable in formal discussions about tribes or cultural topics rather than everyday conversation. Be cautious with the tone, as 'luó' has a rising tone that differs from other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 猡 with similar-sounding characters that refer to different animals or tribes. For instance, mistakenly using 猡 when they mean 猪 (zhū) for pig can lead to misunderstandings.

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Word Family of 猡

Words containing this character1
猡luóname of a tribe玀

Frequently asked questions about 猡

It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but can refer to pigs in specific agricultural or cultural discussions.

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