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March 24, 2026
苈(藶)lì(li4)
The character 苈 (lì) refers to a type of plant commonly known as magnolia, and it specifically denotes Drabanemerosa hebecarpa. It is often used in botanical contexts and represents a particular species of flora that may not be widely known outside of specialized fields.
Strokes7Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine and gardening, various plants, including magnolias, hold significant value. The magnolia is often associated with beauty and purity in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'leafy' magnolia tree, with 'lì' sounding like 'leaf' to help you remember its connection to plants. The character contains the radical for grass (艹), emphasizing its botanical nature.
Meanings of 苈
lì(li4)
1magnolia; Drabanemerosa hebecarpa
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About 苈
苈Simplified
藶Traditional
7Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'leafy' magnolia tree, with 'lì' sounding like 'leaf' to help you remember its connection to plants. The character contains the radical for grass (艹), emphasizing its botanical nature.
Usage Notes
This character is rarely used in everyday conversation, mainly appearing in academic or botanical texts. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with more commonly used plant names or characters in casual contexts.
HSK Study Tips
Though 苈 is not included in HSK levels, understanding this character can enhance vocabulary related to plants and nature. Students at a beginner level should focus on recognizing radicals like 艹 to identify plant-related characters.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine and gardening, various plants, including magnolias, hold significant value. The magnolia is often associated with beauty and purity in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 苈 with similar characters that denote other plants, such as 梅 (méi - plum). Always verify the context to ensure correct usage.
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Cultural Notes for 苈
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In traditional Chinese medicine and gardening, various plants, including magnolias, hold significant value. The magnolia is often associated with beauty and purity in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 苈
Words Containing This Character1
苈lìDrabanemerosa hebecarpa藶
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 苈
It refers to a type of magnolia, specifically Drabanemerosa hebecarpa.
No, it is mostly used in botanical or academic contexts.
