HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
travel
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
to travel
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
brigade (army)
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
journey, trip; to travel
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
trip
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
travel
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
to travel
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
brigade (army)
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
旅
lǚ
journey, trip; to travel
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, radical 方, rank #3647, Medium
lǚ(lv3)
primary
T3
1trip
2travel
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March 24, 2026
旅lǚ(lv3)
The character 旅 (lǚ) primarily means 'trip' or 'travel.' It is commonly used in contexts related to journeys, whether for leisure, business, or military purposes. This character can also refer to a group or brigade, particularly in a military context.
Strokes10Radical方Frequency#3647DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, travel has become increasingly popular, with the rise of domestic tourism. The character 旅 also reflects the historical significance of travel routes, such as the Silk Road, which connected various cultures and facilitated trade.
Memory Tip
Imagine a traveler (旅) who carries a suitcase on their back, symbolizing their journey. The character has the radical for 'travel' (旅) at its core, reminding you of moving from one place to another, and the pronunciation 'lǚ' sounds like 'loo,' where one might often stop on a journey.
Meanings of 旅
lǚ(lv3)
primary
1trip
2travel
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About 旅
旅Simplified
10Strokes
方Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3647Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L3
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AI Study Notes for 旅
Quick Contrast
旅 (lǚ) vs 行 (xíng) — use 旅 for 'trip' or 'travel' specifically, while 行 refers more broadly to 'to go' or 'to walk'.
Usage Notes
When using 旅, be mindful of its context—it's often paired with words like 旅行 (lǚxíng, to travel) or 旅客 (lǚkè, traveler). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts, as it is more commonly found in casual conversation. Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing it as 'lü' can lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
Though not directly included in the HSK levels, understanding 旅 can enrich vocabulary related to travel, which is a common theme in HSK materials. Students at lower levels should focus on its usage in phrases like 旅行 and 旅馆 (lǚguǎn, hotel) to build contextual familiarity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 旅 with 旅游 (lǚyóu), which specifically means 'tourism.' For example, saying '我喜欢旅' (Wǒ xǐhuān lǚ) instead of '我喜欢旅行' is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢旅行' to convey that you like traveling.
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Pictograph of soldiers marching beneath a flag. The original meaning was "army brigade", but later shifted to "travel".
1The giveawayA man 方 traveling with a pack 氏 on his back
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 旅?
Decomposition of 旅
IDS Structure⿰方⿱？氏
旅Full Character
=
方Fang1
left
氏shi4
top
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 旅?
How to say trip in Chinese
“trip” in Chinese is旅lǚ
The character 旅 (lǚ) primarily means 'trip' or 'travel.' It is commonly used in contexts related to journeys, whether for leisure, business, or military purposes. This character can also refer to a group or brigade, particularly in a military context.
When to use 旅
When using 旅, be mindful of its context—it's often paired with words like 旅行 (lǚxíng, to travel) or 旅客 (lǚkè, traveler). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts, as it is more commonly found in casual conversation. Pay attention to the tone; mispronouncing it as 'lü' can lead to confusion.
旅 or something close to it
旅 (lǚ) vs 行 (xíng) — use 旅 for 'trip' or 'travel' specifically, while 行 refers more broadly to 'to go' or 'to walk'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 旅 with 旅游 (lǚyóu), which specifically means 'tourism.' For example, saying '我喜欢旅' (Wǒ xǐhuān lǚ) instead of '我喜欢旅行' is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢旅行' to convey that you like traveling.
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Grammar Patterns of 旅
旅 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 5 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.
