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March 24, 2026
琅láng(lang2)
The character 琅 (láng) primarily refers to a type of pure and clean stone, often associated with carnelian or jade-like stones. It conveys a sense of clarity and purity, and is commonly used in literary contexts to describe beautiful sounds, such as the tinkling of pendants or bells.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, stones like jade and carnelian are often associated with purity and status, making琅 a symbol of beauty and refinement. These stones are also significant in traditional Chinese art and jewelry.
Memory Tip
Imagine a clear, sparkling lake (representing purity) where the sun reflects off a shiny carnelian stone. The character 琅 looks like a shimmering wave (the water) and a stone (the radical 玉), reminding you of its meanings related to clarity and beauty.
Meanings of 琅
láng(lang2)
1pure, white; carnelian
2jade-like stone
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About 琅
琅Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 琅
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a clear, sparkling lake (representing purity) where the sun reflects off a shiny carnelian stone. The character 琅 looks like a shimmering wave (the water) and a stone (the radical 玉), reminding you of its meanings related to clarity and beauty.
Usage Notes
琅 is typically used in more formal or literary contexts, so it may not be appropriate in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; remember to use it when discussing beauty or clarity, particularly related to stones or sounds.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the standard HSK vocabulary list, 琅 can be connected to other words related to stones and beauty at higher levels. Focus on understanding its context in literature and poetry, as it may appear in more advanced texts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, stones like jade and carnelian are often associated with purity and status, making琅 a symbol of beauty and refinement. These stones are also significant in traditional Chinese art and jewelry.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 琅 with similar characters that represent different concepts, such as 浪 (làng, wave). Ensure you remember that 琅 is specifically related to stones and purity, while 浪 relates to waves and chaos.
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Grammar Patterns of 琅
琅 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 4 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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金 、 银和珐____装饰品都制造得空前地璀璨夺目.
Gold, silver, and enamelled work were done with an unprecedented brilliance.
Example Sentences for 琅 (2)
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金 、 银和珐琅装饰品都制造得空前地璀璨夺目.
jīn、 、 yín hé fà láng zhuāng shì pǐn dū zhì zào dé kōng qián dì cuǐ càn duó.
Gold, silver, and enamelled work were done with an unprecedented brilliance.
2
我跌倒时门牙的珐琅质碰碎了.
wǒ diē dǎo shí mén yá de fà láng zhì pèng suì le.
I chipped the enamel on my front tooth when I fell over.
Cultural Notes for 琅
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, stones like jade and carnelian are often associated with purity and status, making琅 a symbol of beauty and refinement. These stones are also significant in traditional Chinese art and jewelry.
Word Family of 琅
Words Containing This Character6
琳琅满目fig. a dazzling lineup琳瑯滿目
琅lángjade-like stone
珐琅enamel琺瑯
珐琅质tooth enamel琺瑯質
施琅Shi Lang (1621-1696), Chinese admiral who served under the Ming and Qing Dynasties
满目琳琅lit. to fill one's eyes with glittering jewels滿目琳琅
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 琅
琅 is generally not used in everyday conversation, as it is more literary and poetic. It's better suited for discussions about art or nature.
琅 is not commonly used in modern idioms but may appear in classical literature or poetry.
