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In informal contexts, learners may confuse 颅 with other characters related to the head, such as 头 (tóu), which means 'head' more generally. Ensure to use 颅 in specific medical or anatomical discussions. Be careful with pronunciation, as incorrect tones can change the meaning.
Although 颅 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to related terms like 头 (tóu) for head and 脑 (nǎo) for brain, which are commonly learned at HSK Level 3. Focus on the anatomical vocabulary to strengthen your understanding of body parts.
Learners often confuse 颅 with 头 (tóu) and may use it interchangeably, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我疼我的颅' (Wǒ téng wǒ de lú - 'My skull hurts') is awkward; the correct term for head pain would be '头疼' (tóuténg).
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Etymology of 颅
Phonosemantic compound. 页 represents the meaning and 卢 represents the sound. Simplified form of 顱.
head
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Decomposition of 颅
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How to say skull in Chinese
“skull” in Chinese is颅
The character 颅 (lú) refers to the skull, which is the bony structure that forms the head in vertebrates. It is used in medical and anatomical contexts, often when discussing head injuries or cranial anatomy. In a broader sense, it can also denote the forehead area.
When to use 颅
In informal contexts, learners may confuse 颅 with other characters related to the head, such as 头 (tóu), which means 'head' more generally. Ensure to use 颅 in specific medical or anatomical discussions. Be careful with pronunciation, as incorrect tones can change the meaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 颅 with 头 (tóu) and may use it interchangeably, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我疼我的颅' (Wǒ téng wǒ de lú - 'My skull hurts') is awkward; the correct term for head pain would be '头疼' (tóuténg).
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Grammar patterns of 颅
颅 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 2 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.
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头____ 、 胸腔和腹腔除意外事故外, 仍属不能切开的禁区.
The head, chest, and abdomen were still sanctuaries not to be opened, unless by accident.
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Frequently asked questions about 颅
It is pronounced as 'lú' with a rising tone.
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