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March 24, 2026
轮廓(輪廓)lúnkuò(lun2kuo4)
轮廓 (lúnkuò) refers to the outline or silhouette of an object, often used in contexts related to art, design, or description. It can describe both physical shapes and more abstract concepts, such as the outline of a plan or idea. The term suggests a focus on the defining features that give shape to something.
Strokes21Frequency#11792DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese art, the concept of an outline is crucial, as traditional ink painting often emphasizes the outline to define forms, especially in landscape and figure painting. Understanding 轮廓 helps appreciate the subtlety in Chinese artistic expressions.
Memory Tip
Imagine drawing a person (轮) standing on a wheel (廓), with only the outline visible. The character 轮 looks like a wheel, and 廓 can remind you of a broad area, suggesting a wide outline. This visual connection can help you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 轮廓
lúnkuò(lun2kuo4)
1an outline
2silhouette
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About 轮廓
轮廓Simplified
輪廓Traditional
21Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#11792Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
轮廓 (outline) vs 形状 (shape) — use 轮廓 when emphasizing the defining features or contours, while 形状 refers more generally to the form or configuration.
Usage Notes
轮廓 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in artistic discussions or when describing shapes. A common mistake is confusing it with similar terms like 形状 (xíngzhuàng), which means 'shape' instead of 'outline.' Always pay attention to the context to choose the right word.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 轮廓 connects to other words describing shapes and forms. Students should focus on using it in sentences that describe visual elements, enhancing their vocabulary related to art and design concepts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 轮廓 with 轮子 (wheel) due to the similar pronunciation. It's important to remember that 轮廓 specifically refers to outlines. For example, saying '我喜欢这个轮子的设计' (I like the design of this wheel) instead of '我喜欢这个轮廓的设计' is incorrect if you mean the outline.
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轮廓 (lúnkuò) refers to the outline or silhouette of an object, often used in contexts related to art, design, or description. It can describe both physical shapes and more abstract concepts, such as the outline of a plan or idea. The term suggests a focus on the defining features that give shape to something.
When to use 轮廓
轮廓 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in artistic discussions or when describing shapes. A common mistake is confusing it with similar terms like 形状 (xíngzhuàng), which means 'shape' instead of 'outline.' Always pay attention to the context to choose the right word.
轮廓 or something close to it
轮廓 (outline) vs 形状 (shape) — use 轮廓 when emphasizing the defining features or contours, while 形状 refers more generally to the form or configuration.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 轮廓 with 轮子 (wheel) due to the similar pronunciation. It's important to remember that 轮廓 specifically refers to outlines. For example, saying '我喜欢这个轮子的设计' (I like the design of this wheel) instead of '我喜欢这个轮廓的设计' is incorrect if you mean the outline.
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廓
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Grammar Patterns of 轮廓
轮廓 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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他是个脸部____分明、皱纹明显的矮个子男人。
He's a very small man with a lined, craggy face.
Example Sentences for 轮廓 (10)
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1
他是个脸部轮廓分明、皱纹明显的矮个子男人。
tā shì gè liǎn bù lún kuò fēn míng、 、 zhòu wén míng xiǎn de ǎi gè zǐ nán。
He's a very small man with a lined, craggy face.
2
他摸着自己轮廓分明的下巴想了一会儿。
tā mō zháo zì jǐ lún kuò fēn míng de xià bā xiǎng le yī huì ér。
He thought for a moment, stroking his well-defined jaw.
3
阳光明亮刺眼，在地上投下轮廓分明的影子。
yáng guāng míng liàng cì yǎn， ， zài dì shàng tóu xià lún kuò fēn míng de yǐng。
The sunlight is white and blinding, throwing hard-edged shadows on the ground.
