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When using 胪, it's important to understand its context, as it can refer to both physical arrangements and abstract presentations of information. Common collocations include 胪列 (lú liè - to arrange) and 胪述 (lú shù - to state or narrate). Be careful with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
Although 胪 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can serve as a useful addition for students aiming for advanced proficiency. Focus on its usage in formal contexts and how it connects with other verbs related to arrangement and presentation, such as 排 (pái - to arrange) and 展示 (zhǎn shì - to display).
Learners often confuse 胪 with similar-sounding characters like 露 (lù - to expose). For example, saying 胪露 (lú lù) incorrectly instead of 胪列 (lú liè) when referring to arrangements can lead to misunderstandings.
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Etymology of 胪
flesh
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How to say to arrange, to display in Chinese
“to arrange, to display” in Chinese is胪
The character 胪 (lú) generally means 'to arrange' or 'to display.' It is often used in contexts where something is being presented systematically or in order. Additionally, it can refer to the skin or belly, adding nuance to its meanings depending on the context.
When to use 胪
When using 胪, it's important to understand its context, as it can refer to both physical arrangements and abstract presentations of information. Common collocations include 胪列 (lú liè - to arrange) and 胪述 (lú shù - to state or narrate). Be careful with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
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Learners often confuse 胪 with similar-sounding characters like 露 (lù - to expose). For example, saying 胪露 (lú lù) incorrectly instead of 胪列 (lú liè) when referring to arrangements can lead to misunderstandings.
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The primary meaning of 胪 is 'to arrange' or 'to display'.
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