(phonetic character used in transliteration of foreign names)
x, 14 strokes, radical 王, Medium
璃
lí
Taiwan pr. [lì]
x, 14 strokes, radical 王, Medium
璃
lí
glass; colored glaze
x, 14 strokes, radical 王, Medium
璃
lí
Taiwan pr. [li4]
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 王, Medium
lí(li2) T2
1(phonetic character used in transliteration of foreign names)
2Taiwan pr. [lì]
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March 24, 2026
璃(琍)lí(li2)
The character 璃 (lí) refers to a type of colored glaze or glass, often used in artistic contexts. It is commonly associated with the beauty of crafted items, especially in traditional Chinese art. In addition to its material significance, it serves as a phonetic character in transliterations of foreign names.
Strokes14Radical王Frequency#1762DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, colored glaze is often used in pottery and art, symbolizing beauty and craftsmanship. The practice of creating colored glass or glaze can be traced back to ancient dynasties, reflecting the rich artistic heritage of China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful glass sculpture that shines with colors, representing the character 璃. The top part resembles a shiny glass dome, while the bottom part can remind you of the flowing colors inside. Think of 'li' as 'light' reflecting off this colored glass, making it easier to remember its pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 璃
lí(li2)
1(phonetic character used in transliteration of foreign names)
2Taiwan pr. [lì]
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About 璃
璃Simplified
琍Traditional
14Strokes
王Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 璃 (lí) with similar-sounding characters like 理 (lǐ), which means 'reason' or 'logic'. 璃 is more common in artistic contexts or when discussing materials, so be mindful of its specific usage. This character is less formal and often appears in descriptive phrases.
HSK Study Tips
Although 璃 is not an HSK character, it can be linked to other HSK vocabulary concerning art and materials. Focus on understanding its nuances in context, particularly when encountering descriptions of pottery or glassware in literature or conversations.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly write 璃 as 理 (lǐ) due to the similar pronunciation and stroke count. Always remember that 璃 relates to glass and glaze, while 理 pertains to logic and reasoning.
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Pronunciation of 璃
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Phonosemantic compound. 王 represents the meaning and 离 represents the sound. Simplified form of 琍.
1The meaning half王 carries the sense.
2The sound half离 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayjade
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 璃?
Decomposition of 璃
IDS Structure⿰王离
璃Full Character
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王Wang2
left
离chi1
right
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Which of these is a component of 璃?
How to say (phonetic character used in transliteration of foreign names) in Chinese
“(phonetic character used in transliteration of foreign names)” in Chinese is璃lí
The character 璃 (lí) refers to a type of colored glaze or glass, often used in artistic contexts. It is commonly associated with the beauty of crafted items, especially in traditional Chinese art. In addition to its material significance, it serves as a phonetic character in transliterations of foreign names.
When to use 璃
Learners often confuse 璃 (lí) with similar-sounding characters like 理 (lǐ), which means 'reason' or 'logic'. 璃 is more common in artistic contexts or when discussing materials, so be mindful of its specific usage. This character is less formal and often appears in descriptive phrases.
What learners get wrong
Learners may mistakenly write 璃 as 理 (lǐ) due to the similar pronunciation and stroke count. Always remember that 璃 relates to glass and glaze, while 理 pertains to logic and reasoning.
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璃
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Grammar Patterns of 璃
璃 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
需要保护你的手臂和双腿免受玻____反射光线的照射。
Your arms and legs need protection from light bouncing off glass.
