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遼
liáo
distant, far
zg, 15 strokes, radical 辶
liáo(liao2)liao T2
1distant, far
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March 24, 2026
遼liáo(liao2)
The character 遼 (liáo) means 'distant' or 'far,' often used to describe something that is far away in space or time. It conveys a sense of remoteness and is commonly found in geographical names and expressions relating to distance.
Strokes15Radical辶
Cultural note
The character 遼 is associated with the Liao Dynasty (遼朝), a significant historical period in Chinese history that ruled parts of northern China from the 10th to the 12th century. This emphasizes the character's connotation of distance, as the dynasty's influence extended over vast territories.
Memory tip
Imagine a long road stretching into the distance, with the character 遼 appearing like a horizon line at the end. The left side of the character, 辶, represents movement or a path, while the right side, 了, suggests completion or finality, indicating a long journey ahead.
Meanings of 遼
liáo(liao2)
1distant, far
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About 遼
遼Simplified
15Strokes
辶Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 遼 with similar-sounding characters, so it's important to practice its pronunciation and context. 遼 is typically used in written language and can appear in both formal and informal contexts, especially in literature or historical references.
HSK Study Tips
While 遼 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with words like 远 (yuǎn, far) and 近 (jìn, near), which are essential for expressing distance. Students should focus on distinguishing between these related terms to enhance their vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly write 遼 using incorrect tones or confuse it with 了 (le), which has a different meaning. Always remember to use the correct tone: 遼 (liáo) vs. 了 (le).
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遼 = 辶 + 尞. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 遼
IDS Structure⿺辶尞
遼Full character
=
辶chuo4
enclosing
尞liao4
inner
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How to say distant, far in Chinese
“distant, far” in Chinese is遼liáo
The character 遼 (liáo) means 'distant' or 'far,' often used to describe something that is far away in space or time. It conveys a sense of remoteness and is commonly found in geographical names and expressions relating to distance.
When to use 遼
Learners often confuse 遼 with similar-sounding characters, so it's important to practice its pronunciation and context. 遼 is typically used in written language and can appear in both formal and informal contexts, especially in literature or historical references.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly write 遼 using incorrect tones or confuse it with 了 (le), which has a different meaning. Always remember to use the correct tone: 遼 (liáo) vs. 了 (le).
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Word Family of 遼
Words containing this character20
辽阔liáokuòvast遼闊
辽liáoLiao or Khitan dynasty (907-1125)遼
辽宁Liaoning province in northeast China, short name 遼|辽[Liáo], capital Shenyang 瀋陽|沈阳[Shěnyáng]遼寧
辽宁省Liaoning province in northeast China, short name 遼|辽[Liáo], capital Shenyang 瀋陽|沈阳[Shěnyáng]遼寧省
辽东east of Liao river 遼河|辽河遼東
辽阳Liaoyang prefecture-level city in Liaoning province 遼寧省|辽宁省 in northeast China遼陽
辽河Liao River of northeast China, passing through Inner Mongolia, Hebei, Jilin and Liaoning遼河
辽西west of Liaoning遼西
辽源Liaoyuan prefecture-level city in Jilin province 吉林省 in northeast China遼源
辽阳市Liaoyang prefecture-level city in Liaoning province 遼寧省|辽宁省 in northeast China遼陽市
通辽Tongliao prefecture level city in Inner Mongolia通遼
通辽市Tongliao prefecture level city in Inner Mongolia通遼市
辽宁大学Liaoning University遼寧大學
辽东半岛Liaodong Peninsula遼東半島
辽远distant遼遠
辽源市Liaoyuan prefecture-level city in Jilin province 吉林省 in northeast China遼源市
辽沈战役Liaoshen Campaign (Sep-Nov 1948), the first of the three major campaigns by the People's Liberation Army near the end of the Chinese Civil War遼瀋戰役
辽中Liaozhong county in Shenyang 瀋陽|沈阳, Liaoning遼中
辽中县Liaozhong county in Shenyang 瀋陽|沈阳, Liaoning遼中縣
辽史History of the Liao Dynasty, twenty first of the 24 dynastic histories 二十四史[ErshísìShǐ], composed under Toktoghan 脫脫|脱脱[Tuōtuō] in 1345 during the Yuan Dynasty 元[Yuán], 116 scrolls遼史
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Frequently Asked Questions about 遼
It is pronounced as 'liáo' with the third tone.
It is more commonly used in written language or formal contexts rather than in casual conversation.
Yes, you might encounter it in phrases describing distant places or historical contexts.
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