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March 24, 2026
辘(轆)lù(lu4)
The character 辘 (lù) refers to a mechanical device such as a windlass or pulley used for lifting or hauling. It is commonly used in contexts related to machinery, construction, or maritime activities, where such tools are essential for moving heavy objects.
Strokes15Radical车Frequency#56569DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese maritime culture, the use of windlasses was crucial for loading and unloading goods from ships, reflecting the importance of trade and navigation in Chinese history.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large wheel (the shape of 辘) turning to lift a heavy load, like a ship's anchor. The 'lù' sound can remind you of 'looping' the rope around the wheel as it turns, helping you remember both the form and function.
Meanings of 辘
lù(lu4)
1windlass, pulley, capstan
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About 辘
辘Simplified
轆Traditional
15Strokes
车Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 辘
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large wheel (the shape of 辘) turning to lift a heavy load, like a ship's anchor. The 'lù' sound can remind you of 'looping' the rope around the wheel as it turns, helping you remember both the form and function.
Usage Notes
When using 辘, ensure the context is clear that you are referring to a mechanical device, as it can easily be confused with other similar-sounding words. This term is more technical and may not be used in everyday conversation, so be cautious about its register.
HSK Study Tips
Although 辘 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your technical vocabulary relevant to machinery. Focus on related words in construction or engineering fields to build a broader context.
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese maritime culture, the use of windlasses was crucial for loading and unloading goods from ships, reflecting the importance of trade and navigation in Chinese history.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 辘 with similar-sounding characters like 路 (lù, road) or 陆 (lù, land), which can lead to incorrect meanings. Always clarify the context to ensure you are using the correct term.
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Grammar Patterns of 辘
辘 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 5
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5位幸存者最终到达安全之地时已经衣衫褴褛、饥肠____辘、精疲力尽。
The five survivors eventually reached safety, ragged, half-starved and exhausted.
Example Sentences for 辘 (3)
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5位幸存者最终到达安全之地时已经衣衫褴褛、饥肠辘辘、精疲力尽。
5 5 wèi xìng cún zhě zuì zhōng dào dá ān quán zhī dì shí yǐ jīng yī shān lán、 lǚ 、 jī cháng、 lù lù 、 jīng。
The five survivors eventually reached safety, ragged, half-starved and exhausted.
2
他也感到饥肠辘辘, 饿得难受.
tā yě gǎn dào jī cháng lù lù, , è dé nán.
But he was also hungry , with a gnawing , unwholesome kind of hunger.
3
我饿了,饥肠辘辘.
wǒ è le, , jī cháng lù.
I'm hungry -- my stomach's rumbling.
Cultural Notes for 辘
🏮Cultural insight
In ancient Chinese maritime culture, the use of windlasses was crucial for loading and unloading goods from ships, reflecting the importance of trade and navigation in Chinese history.
Word Family of 辘
Words Containing This Character4
饥肠辘辘stomach rumbling with hunger飢腸轆轆
轱辘wheel軲轆
辘lùwindlass轆
辘轳well pulley轆轤
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Compound Meaning
What does 饥肠辘辘 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 辘
A windlass is a type of machine used to lift or move heavy weights, typically by winding a rope around a drum.
No, 辘 is a more specialized term and is primarily used in technical or industrial contexts.
