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陆 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
陆lùsix (banker's anti-fraud numeral)nr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆lùsurname Lunr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆lùshorenr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆lùlandnr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆lùcontinentnr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆lùland, continent; six (bankers' anti-fraud numeral)nr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆liùsix (banker's anti-fraud numeral)nr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆liùsurname Lunr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆liùshorenr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆liùlandnr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆liùcontinentnr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
陆liùland, continent; six (bankers' anti-fraud numeral)nr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, rank #13500, Hard
liù(liu4)
primary
 T4
  1. 1six (banker's anti-fraud numeral)
  2. 2shore
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March 24, 2026

陆(陸)liù(liu4)

The character 陆 (liù) primarily means 'six,' specifically as a banker's anti-fraud numeral. It can also refer to 'shore,' 'land,' or 'continent,' depending on the context. In addition, it is a common Chinese surname, Lu, which is used in both formal and informal settings.

Strokes7Radical阝Frequency#13500DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the number six is considered lucky and symbolizes smooth progress, making 陆 an important character in business contexts. The use of 陆 in financial transactions reflects the traditional importance of numerology in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 陆 as a 'landmark' (陆) where '6' (liù) paths converge. Visualize a six-sided die landing on a shore, representing both the number and the meaning of land. The character has the radical for earth (土) at the bottom, emphasizing its connection to land.

Meanings of 陆

liù(liu4)
primary
1six (banker's anti-fraud numeral)
2shore
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About 陆

陆Simplified
陸Traditional
7Strokes
阝Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#13500Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 陆

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 陆 as a 'landmark' (陆) where '6' (liù) paths converge. Visualize a six-sided die landing on a shore, representing both the number and the meaning of land. The character has the radical for earth (土) at the bottom, emphasizing its connection to land.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 陆 (liù) with 六 (liù), which is the regular character for 'six.' Remember that 陆 is specifically used in financial contexts. It can be used in both informal and formal conversations, but be careful with pronunciation as it shares tones with other numerals.

HSK Study Tips

Though not officially part of the HSK curriculum, 陆 can be linked to HSK Level 1 through the number 六 (liù). Students should focus on recognizing its use in contexts related to finance and land, as well as its pronunciation and writing.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the number six is considered lucky and symbolizes smooth progress, making 陆 an important character in business contexts. The use of 陆 in financial transactions reflects the traditional importance of numerology in Chinese culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 陆 with 六 when writing or speaking. For instance, saying '我有陆个苹果' is incorrect; it should be '我有六个苹果' (I have six apples).

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Pronunciation of 陆

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Etymology of 陆

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

Phonosemantic compound. 阝 represents the meaning and 击 represents the sound. Simplified form of 陸.

Memory Hint

place

Semantic (meaning)阝
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Phonetic (sound)击
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Exercise 1 of 1

Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 陆?

Decomposition of 陆

IDS Structure⿰阝击
陆Full Character
=
阝yi4
left
击ji1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 陆?

Write 陆

陆

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Grammar Patterns of 陆

陆 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). It carries 6 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 4

Complete the Sentence

你知道，战争期间我是一名____军少校。

I was a major in the war, you know.

Common Confusions with 陆

陆vs绿
lǜ

Similar shape but different meaning.

Exercise 1 of 1

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Which character means "six (banker's anti-fraud numeral)"?

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Example Sentences for 陆 (10)

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1
你知道，战争期间我是一名陆军少校。

nǐ zhī dào， ， zhàn zhēng qī jiān wǒ shì yī míng lù jūn shǎo。

I was a major in the war, you know.
2
蒙博托出身行伍，通过一级级晋升，最终成为了陆军司令。

mēng bó tuō chū shēn háng wǔ， ， tōng guò yī jí jí jìn， shēng ， zuì zhōng chéng wéi le lù jūn。

Mobutu ascended through the ranks, eventually becoming commander of the army.
3
一艘登陆艇的发动机还在运转。

yī sōu dēng lù tǐng de fā dòng jī huán zài yùn zhuǎn。

The engine of one landing craft was still running.
4
陆地在地平线处变成了一片浅灰。

lù dì zài dì píng xiàn chǔ biàn chéng le yī piàn qiǎn huī。

At the horizon the land mass becomes a continuous pale neutral grey.
5
发动机的声音随着飞机着陆、滑行和停下一直在变化。

fā dòng jī de shēng yīn suí zháo fēi jī zháo lù、 、 huá háng hé tíng xià yī zhí zài biàn。

The engine note changed as the aircraft landed, taxied and halted.
6
很多好机会陆续向他招手。

hěn duō hǎo jī huì lù xù xiàng tā zhāo shǒu。

A series of fortunate opportunities opened to him.
7
回到陆地上真好。

huí dào lù dì shàng zhēn hǎo。

It was good to be back on land .
8
在暴风雨中, 许多海员想,要是他们在陆地上就好了.

zài bào fēng yǔ zhōng, , xǔ duō hǎi yuán, xiǎng , yào shì tā mén zài lù dì shàng jiù.

In the storm, many seamen wished they were on shore.
9
那架单引擎飞机在亚利桑那州西部着陆。

nà jià dān yǐn qíng fēi jī zài yà lì sāng nà zhōu xī bù zháo lù。

The single-engine plane landed in western Arizona.
10
礼拜仪式开始前几分钟，大部分教堂会众陆续到来。

lǐ bài yí shì kāi shǐ qián jī fēn zhōng， ， dà bù fēn jiào táng huì zhòng lù xù dào。

Most members of the congregation begin arriving a few minutes before services.

Cultural Notes for 陆

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the number six is considered lucky and symbolizes smooth progress, making 陆 an important character in business contexts. The use of 陆 in financial transactions reflects the traditional importance of numerology in Chinese culture.

Word Family of 陆

Words Containing This Character20
大陆dàlùcontinent大陸
登陆dēnglùto land登陸
着陆landing著陸
陆续lùxùin turn陸續
陆军lùjūnarmy陸軍
陆liùshore陸
陆地lùdìdry land (as opposed to the sea)陸地
内陆inland內陸
海军陆战队marine corps海軍陸戰隊
新大陆the New World新大陸
陆路land route陸路
陆上land-based陸上
水陆water and land水陸
软着陆soft landing (e.g. of spacecraft)軟著陸
海陆空sea land air (transport, or military operations)海陸空
陆陆续续in succession陸陸續續
陆川Luchuan county in Yulin 玉林[Yù​lín], Guangxi陸川
光怪陆离monstrous and multicolored光怪陸離
奥斯陆Oslo, capital of Norway奧斯陸
大陆架continental shelf大陸架
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Compound Meaning

What does 大陆 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 陆

陆 (liù) is used as a banker's numeral for 'six' and in contexts related to land, while 六 (liù) is the standard character for the number six in general counting.