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March 24, 2026
艻lè(le4)
The character 艻 (lè) refers to sweet basil, a herb commonly used in various cuisines. It is often found in dishes that require a fragrant, aromatic flavor, particularly in Chinese cooking. This term is less commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more likely to be encountered in culinary contexts or specialized texts.
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Cultural Note
Sweet basil is often used in traditional Chinese medicine and is appreciated not just for its flavor but also for its health benefits. It symbolizes freshness and vitality in Chinese culinary traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef named 'Le' who loves to cook with sweet basil. The character 艻 combines 艹 (grass) on top, representing herbs, and the sound 'lè', helping you remember that it's a herb that tastes sweet and fragrant like a beautiful garden.
Meanings of 艻
lè(le4)
1sweet basil
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艻Simplified
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艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef named 'Le' who loves to cook with sweet basil. The character 艻 combines 艹 (grass) on top, representing herbs, and the sound 'lè', helping you remember that it's a herb that tastes sweet and fragrant like a beautiful garden.
Usage Notes
Learners might confuse 艻 with similar characters like 蘿 (luó), which refers to a different plant. It's important to use it in contexts related to cooking or gardening. Always remember to pronounce it with the fourth tone (lè) to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
While this character is not included in the official HSK levels, it connects with HSK 2 and 3 vocabulary related to food and cooking. Focus on the pronunciation and context to better understand how it fits within culinary discussions.
Cultural Note
Sweet basil is often used in traditional Chinese medicine and is appreciated not just for its flavor but also for its health benefits. It symbolizes freshness and vitality in Chinese culinary traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 艻 with other herb-related characters like 蘿 or 香 (xiāng), leading to incorrect usage in cooking contexts. Always double-check the character to ensure accurate reference to sweet basil.
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Cultural Notes for 艻
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Sweet basil is often used in traditional Chinese medicine and is appreciated not just for its flavor but also for its health benefits. It symbolizes freshness and vitality in Chinese culinary traditions.
Word Family of 艻
Words Containing This Character1
艻lèsweet basil (Ocimum basilicum)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 艻
It is pronounced as 'lè' with a falling tone.
No, it is more specific to culinary contexts, especially when discussing herbs.
Not exactly; it specifically refers to sweet basil, while other herbs have different names.
