(lou)

12 strokesTrad.
Readingsloulóu

(bound form) subordinates in a gang of bandits

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Character information

Pinyin
lou / lóu
Meaning
(bound form) subordinates in a gang of bandits
Strokes
12
HSK level
Traditional

Origin & structure

Where comes from and how its parts fit together.

Phonetic-semantic compound⿰口娄

In this compound, the meaning comes from (mouth); supplies the sound.

One part carries the meaning, the other suggests the sound.

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How to write step by step

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Words with

Common words using — tap any character to open its stroke-order page.

lou

hello (loanword)

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loulou

see 喽啰

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louluō

rank and file member of an outlaw gang; (fig.) underling; minion; small fry

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