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March 24, 2026
鎏liú(liu2)
The character 鎏 (liú) refers to pure gold, often associated with high value and purity in the context of precious metals. It can also be a variant of 鎦 (liú) or 镏 (liú), which have similar meanings. This word is generally used in more formal or literary contexts when discussing gold or craftsmanship.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gold is often associated with prosperity and good fortune, making the character 鎏 significant in discussions around wealth and luxury. Gold items are traditionally given as gifts during important occasions like weddings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a golden river (流, liú) flowing with pure gold (鎏). The character 鎏 combines the metal radical (金) with the sound 'liú,' which can remind you of a luxurious flow of gold.
Meanings of 鎏
liú(liu2)
1pure gold
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鎏Simplified
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金Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a golden river (流, liú) flowing with pure gold (鎏). The character 鎏 combines the metal radical (金) with the sound 'liú,' which can remind you of a luxurious flow of gold.
Usage Notes
This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, so learners should be cautious about its context. It is more likely to be found in literature or specialized discussions about metals. Remember to differentiate 鎏 from similar-sounding characters like 流 (liú, to flow) to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
While 鎏 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it relates to themes of wealth and metal that can appear in HSK vocabulary. Focus on distinguishing it from other similar characters and understanding its specific context in discussions of precious materials.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gold is often associated with prosperity and good fortune, making the character 鎏 significant in discussions around wealth and luxury. Gold items are traditionally given as gifts during important occasions like weddings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 鎏 with 鏐 (liū), which means something different. For example, saying '我喜欢鎏' when you mean '我喜欢金' (I like gold) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Cultural Notes for 鎏
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In Chinese culture, gold is often associated with prosperity and good fortune, making the character 鎏 significant in discussions around wealth and luxury. Gold items are traditionally given as gifts during important occasions like weddings.
Word Family of 鎏
Words Containing This Character1
鎏liúlutetium (chemistry) (Tw)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 鎏
鎏 means pure gold and is often used in more formal contexts related to precious metals.
No, 鎏 is not commonly used and is more likely to be found in literature or specialized discussions.
Focus on the context in which they are used; 鎏 specifically relates to gold, while characters like 流 relate to flow.
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