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逯 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
to leave without a reason; surnamenr, 11 strokes, radical 辶, Very Hard
surname Luunknown, 11 strokes, radical 辶, Very Hard
to walk aimlesslyunknown, 11 strokes, radical 辶, Very Hard
(Lu4) T4
  1. 1to leave without a reason; surname
  2. 2to walk aimlessly
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March 24, 2026
(Lu4)

The character 逯 (lù) primarily refers to the act of leaving without a clear reason, often implying a sense of aimlessness in one's actions. It can also be a surname, commonly associated with certain Chinese families. In contexts related to movement, it conveys a feeling of wandering or meandering without purpose.

Strokes11RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The surname 逯 is rare and may be encountered in historical texts or genealogical studies, reflecting the diverse lineage in Chinese culture. Understanding such surnames can provide insights into familial heritage and social history.

Memory Tip

Imagine a person named Lu who is walking aimlessly down a street, pondering life decisions. The character 逯 has a left component that looks like a person walking (走), and the right part suggests a sense of travel or movement. Visualize Lu leaving without a destination in mind.

Meanings of 逯

(Lu4)
1to leave without a reason; surname
2to walk aimlessly
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About 逯

Simplified
11Strokes
Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 逯

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a person named Lu who is walking aimlessly down a street, pondering life decisions. The character 逯 has a left component that looks like a person walking (走), and the right part suggests a sense of travel or movement. Visualize Lu leaving without a destination in mind.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 逯 with similar-sounding characters, leading to mispronunciations. It is used more in literary or historical contexts than in everyday conversation, and its usage as a surname may vary in formality. Be cautious with the pronunciation to avoid mixing it up with more common words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 逯 is not included in the HSK vocabulary, it can be linked to higher-level words related to movement or travel. Students should focus on the character's structure and its use in classical texts to deepen their understanding of nuanced expressions in Mandarin.

Cultural Note

The surname 逯 is rare and may be encountered in historical texts or genealogical studies, reflecting the diverse lineage in Chinese culture. Understanding such surnames can provide insights into familial heritage and social history.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 逯 when they mean to say 走 (zǒu), which means to walk or go in a more direct sense. For example, saying '我逯去商店' (Wǒ lù qù shāngdiàn) is incorrect; it should be '我走去商店' (Wǒ zǒu qù shāngdiàn).

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Pronunciation of 逯

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Etymology of 逯

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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walk

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 逯

IDS Structure⿺辶录
Full Character
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chuo4
enclosing
Lu4
inner
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Cultural Notes for 逯

🏮Cultural insight

The surname 逯 is rare and may be encountered in historical texts or genealogical studies, reflecting the diverse lineage in Chinese culture. Understanding such surnames can provide insights into familial heritage and social history.

Word Family of 逯

Words Containing This Character1
to walk cautiously
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 逯

It's not commonly used in everyday speech; it often appears in literary contexts.