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瑯 is a more formal term and is often found in literary or artistic contexts. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with other characters that denote different types of stones or colors. It typically collocates with words related to beauty and preciousness, like '美丽' (beautiful) and '宝石' (gemstone).
瑯 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but connects to the study of descriptive adjectives and terms related to beauty and nature. Students should focus on the pronunciation and the distinction between similar characters that describe colors or materials.
Learners often confuse 瑯 with similar sounding characters or those with related meanings, such as '狼' (wolf) or '郎' (young man). Ensure you remember that 瑯 specifically pertains to stones and purity, not animals or people.
Pronunciation of 瑯
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Etymology of 瑯
Phonosemantic compound. 王 represents the meaning and 良 represents the sound. Simplified form of 瑯.
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Phonosemantic compound. 王 represents the meaning and 良 represents the sound. Simplified form of 瑯.
- 1The meaning half王 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half郎 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayjade
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say pure, white; cornelian in Chinese
“pure, white; cornelian” in Chinese is瑯
The character 瑯 (láng) refers to a type of pure, white stone, often associated with cornelian, a semi-precious gemstone. It is used in contexts discussing gemstones, purity, and beauty, symbolizing clarity and brilliance in both literal and metaphorical senses.
When to use 瑯
瑯 is a more formal term and is often found in literary or artistic contexts. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with other characters that denote different types of stones or colors. It typically collocates with words related to beauty and preciousness, like '美丽' (beautiful) and '宝石' (gemstone).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 瑯 with similar sounding characters or those with related meanings, such as '狼' (wolf) or '郎' (young man). Ensure you remember that 瑯 specifically pertains to stones and purity, not animals or people.
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Word Family of 瑯
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瑯
It is pronounced as 'láng' with a rising tone.
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