Meanings of 膂
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膂 is not commonly used in everyday conversation; it's more likely to appear in literary or formal contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, and remember that it can convey both physical and metaphorical meanings. Common collocations include '膂力' (strength) and phrases discussing resilience.
膂 is not included in the standard HSK vocabulary lists, but it can be useful for learners at higher levels interested in literature or historical texts. Focus on recognizing the character's components and understanding its metaphorical usage alongside other strength-related terms.
Learners often confuse 膂 with other characters like 肋 (lè) which means rib. A common mistake might be using 膂 to refer to general strength without the proper context; instead, ensure to specify it relates to the backbone or resilience.
Pronunciation of 膂
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Etymology of 膂
flesh
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Case file: 膂
- 1The meaning half⺼ carries the sense.
- 2The sound half旅 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayflesh
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Decomposition of 膂
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How to say backbone, spinal column in Chinese
“backbone, spinal column” in Chinese is膂
膂 (lǚ) refers to the backbone or spinal column, symbolizing strength and support in both a physical and metaphorical sense. This character is often used in contexts discussing physical strength, resilience, or foundational support, whether in a literal sense or in terms of character and determination.
When to use 膂
膂 is not commonly used in everyday conversation; it's more likely to appear in literary or formal contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, and remember that it can convey both physical and metaphorical meanings. Common collocations include '膂力' (strength) and phrases discussing resilience.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 膂 with other characters like 肋 (lè) which means rib. A common mistake might be using 膂 to refer to general strength without the proper context; instead, ensure to specify it relates to the backbone or resilience.
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Word Family of 膂
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Frequently Asked Questions about 膂
The correct pronunciation is 'lǚ', with a rising tone.
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