unknown, 13 strokes, radical 艹, rank #40807, Very Hard
蓉
róng
food that has been minced, shredded, or ground into a paste, suitable for stuffing or making a sauce
unknown, 13 strokes, radical 艹, rank #40807, Very Hard
róng(Rong2) T2
1lotus, hibiscus; Chengdu, Sichuan
2short name for Chengdu 成都[Cheng2 du1]
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March 24, 2026
蓉róng(Rong2)
The character 蓉 (róng) primarily means 'lotus' or 'hibiscus', often symbolizing purity and beauty in Chinese culture. It is also used as a shorthand name for the city of Chengdu in Sichuan province, and can refer to food that has been minced or ground into a paste, commonly used in sauces or fillings.
Strokes13Radical艹Frequency#40807DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the lotus flower is often associated with purity and elegance, frequently appearing in art and poetry. The city of Chengdu is known for its rich culinary traditions, particularly dishes that use minced ingredients.
Memory Tip
Think of 蓉 as a beautiful lotus flower blooming on a serene lake. The radical 艹 (cǎo) at the top represents plants, reminding you of nature, while the sound 'róng' rhymes with 'long', which you can visualize as a long stem supporting the flower.
Meanings of 蓉
róng(Rong2)
1lotus, hibiscus; Chengdu, Sichuan
2short name for Chengdu 成都[Cheng2 du1]
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About 蓉
蓉Simplified
13Strokes
艹Radical
简称abbreviation (abbr.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 蓉 with other similar-sounding characters. It is generally used in informal contexts when referring to the city or food, while in formal writing, you might see the full name 成都 (Chengdu). Collocations include terms related to cooking and local geography.
HSK Study Tips
Although 蓉 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it can be useful for learners interested in Sichuan cuisine or culture. Students should focus on related food vocabulary and city names to enhance their contextual understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly pronounce 蓉 as 'yóng' instead of 'róng'. Also, some may confuse it with similar characters like 荣 (róng), which means 'glory'. Always check the context to ensure correct usage.
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Phonosemantic compound. 艹 represents the meaning and 容 represents the sound.
1The meaning half艹 carries the sense.
2The sound half容 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayflower
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 蓉?
Decomposition of 蓉
IDS Structure⿱艹容
蓉Full Character
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艹cao3
top
容Rong2
bottom
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How to say lotus, hibiscus; Chengdu, Sichuan in Chinese
“lotus, hibiscus; Chengdu, Sichuan” in Chinese is蓉róng
The character 蓉 (róng) primarily means 'lotus' or 'hibiscus', often symbolizing purity and beauty in Chinese culture. It is also used as a shorthand name for the city of Chengdu in Sichuan province, and can refer to food that has been minced or ground into a paste, commonly used in sauces or fillings.
When to use 蓉
Be careful not to confuse 蓉 with other similar-sounding characters. It is generally used in informal contexts when referring to the city or food, while in formal writing, you might see the full name 成都 (Chengdu). Collocations include terms related to cooking and local geography.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly pronounce 蓉 as 'yóng' instead of 'róng'. Also, some may confuse it with similar characters like 荣 (róng), which means 'glory'. Always check the context to ensure correct usage.
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蓉
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Word Family of 蓉
Words Containing This Character9
芙蓉hibiscus
蓉rónghibiscus
椰蓉desiccated coconut
蓉城nickname for Chengdu 成都[Chéngdū]
芙蓉区Furong district of Changsha city 長沙市|长沙市[Chángshāshì], Hunan芙蓉區
出水芙蓉as a lotus flower breaking the surface (idiom); surpassingly beautiful (of young lady's face or old gentleman's calligraphy)
豆蓉sweetened bean paste
木芙蓉cotton rose hibiscus (Hibiscus mutabilis)
芙蓉出水lit. lotus rises from the water (idiom); fig. to blossom (of poem or art)
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Compound Meaning
What does 芙蓉 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 蓉
蓉 refers to food that has been finely minced or ground into a paste, often used for fillings or sauces.
While 蓉 itself is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions, it is often associated with beauty and purity in various contexts.
It is pronounced as 'róng' with a rising tone, similar to saying 'rong' with a slight upward inflection.
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