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AI Study Notes for 耒
耒 is not commonly used in modern language outside of historical or literary contexts. It appears more frequently in compound words related to farming. Be cautious with its tone; using the wrong tone can lead to confusion with other characters.
Although 耒 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be useful for learners interested in agricultural terms or classical texts. Connecting it with other farming-related vocabulary can enhance understanding of the cultural significance of agriculture in China.
Learners might confuse 耒 with the character 来 (lái), which means 'to come.' Remember that 耒 relates to agriculture, while 来 is about movement or arrival.
Pronunciation of 耒
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Etymology of 耒
Pictograph of a farming tool used to make furrows in the ground.
The handle of a plow
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Pictograph of a farming tool used to make furrows in the ground.
- 1The giveawayThe handle of a plow
- 2On the record aspictographic — someone drew the thing itself.
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How to say plow in Chinese
“plow” in Chinese is耒
The character 耒 (lěi) refers to a traditional agricultural tool used for plowing the earth. It symbolizes the act of farming and is often associated with cultivation and labor in agricultural contexts. This character highlights the importance of agriculture in Chinese culture and history.
When to use 耒
耒 is not commonly used in modern language outside of historical or literary contexts. It appears more frequently in compound words related to farming. Be cautious with its tone; using the wrong tone can lead to confusion with other characters.
What learners get wrong
Learners might confuse 耒 with the character 来 (lái), which means 'to come.' Remember that 耒 relates to agriculture, while 来 is about movement or arrival.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 耒
It primarily refers to the plow, an agricultural tool, but is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
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