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March 24, 2026
笠lì(li4)
The character 笠 (lì) refers to a traditional bamboo hat typically worn for protection against rain or sun. It is commonly used in rural China and can also symbolize agricultural life. This character may appear in contexts related to farming, outdoor activities, or traditional culture.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the bamboo hat is not just practical but also a symbol of agrarian life, often seen in traditional paintings and photography of rural landscapes.
Memory Tip
Imagine a farmer wearing a large, round bamboo hat (笠) to shield himself from the sun. The top of the hat looks like a 'lid' (the pronunciation 'lì' sounds like 'lid') that keeps the rain off his head.
Meanings of 笠
lì(li4)
1bamboo hat; bamboo covering
2bamboo rain hat
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笠Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a farmer wearing a large, round bamboo hat (笠) to shield himself from the sun. The top of the hat looks like a 'lid' (the pronunciation 'lì' sounds like 'lid') that keeps the rain off his head.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 笠 with similar characters like 伞 (sǎn), which means umbrella. 笠 is more specific to bamboo hats and is used in informal contexts related to rural life. Be careful with tones; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Though 笠 is not included in the HSK levels, it complements vocabulary related to weather and clothing. Students should focus on recognizing it in context, especially in stories or descriptions of rural life.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the bamboo hat is not just practical but also a symbol of agrarian life, often seen in traditional paintings and photography of rural landscapes.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use the character 笠 to refer to any type of hat, confusing it with 帽子 (màozi). Remember that 笠 specifically denotes a bamboo hat.
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Cultural Notes for 笠
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In Chinese culture, the bamboo hat is not just practical but also a symbol of agrarian life, often seen in traditional paintings and photography of rural landscapes.
Word Family of 笠
Words Containing This Character2
笠lìbamboo rain hat
斗笠conical bamboo hat
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Compound Meaning
What does 笠 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 笠
笠 refers specifically to a bamboo hat, while 伞 refers to an umbrella used for rain or sun protection.
It is generally used in informal contexts, especially when discussing rural life, but can appear in descriptive writing.
