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March 24, 2026
罗(羅)luō(luo1)
The character 罗 (luō) primarily means 'gauze' or 'net,' and is often used in contexts involving collection or display. It can denote the act of gathering or catching, making it versatile in usage. Additionally, it serves as a common surname in Chinese culture.
Strokes8Radical罒Frequency#1509DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The character 罗 is often associated with traditional Chinese medicine, where gauze is used for dressing wounds. It reflects the cultural importance of herbal medicine, where items are meticulously gathered and prepared.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fisherman named Luo casting a large net (罗) to gather fish. The net is made of gauze, symbolizing both the delicate and effective nature of his catch. The pronunciation 'luō' sounds like 'lure,' which helps you remember the concept of catching or gathering.
Meanings of 罗
luō(luo1)
primary
1gauze, net; to collect, to display
2to gather
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About 罗
罗Simplified
羅Traditional
8Strokes
罒Radical
简称abbreviation (abbr.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Usage Notes
A common mistake is to confuse 罗 with similar-sounding characters, such as 逻 (luó), which means 'logic.' In informal contexts, 罗 can be used to refer to collecting items or information, while in formal contexts, it may refer to more structured gathering, like in a research report. Be mindful of using the correct tone, as 'luō' has a first tone.
HSK Study Tips
While 罗 is not included in the HSK levels, learners should connect it with other characters that involve gathering (e.g., 收, shōu). Focus on its usage in compound words, as this will enhance vocabulary related to collection and display.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 罗 with 络 (luò), which means 'net' in a different context. Ensure to use 罗 when referring to gauze or the act of gathering, not 络.
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六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声å—)~80-90% of characters
Explanation
Simplified form of 羅. Depicts a net (网) for catching birds (隹). The 糹 (silk; thread) component was added later. The traditional component 糹 was removed for simplification.
Simplified form of 羅. Depicts a net (网) for catching birds (隹). The 糹 (silk; thread) component was added later. The traditional component 糹 was removed for simplification.
1The meaning half罒 carries the sense.
2The giveawaynet
3On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 罗?
Decomposition of 罗
IDS Structure⿱罒夕
罗Full Character
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罒wang3
top
夕xi1
bottom
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How to say gauze, net; to collect, to display in Chinese
“gauze, net; to collect, to display” in Chinese is罗luó
The character 罗 (luō) primarily means 'gauze' or 'net,' and is often used in contexts involving collection or display. It can denote the act of gathering or catching, making it versatile in usage. Additionally, it serves as a common surname in Chinese culture.
When to use 罗
A common mistake is to confuse 罗 with similar-sounding characters, such as 逻 (luó), which means 'logic.' In informal contexts, 罗 can be used to refer to collecting items or information, while in formal contexts, it may refer to more structured gathering, like in a research report. Be mindful of using the correct tone, as 'luō' has a first tone.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 罗 with 络 (luò), which means 'net' in a different context. Ensure to use 罗 when referring to gauze or the act of gathering, not 络.
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Grammar Patterns of 罗
罗 carries 5 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
