劽 (liè) - Strong & powerful

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liè ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 力

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劽 · liè

Strong;

powerful;

forceful;

to exert strength.

Strongpowerfulforceful

Usage highlights

Strong and powerfulExerting forceForceful actionPowerful strengthRobust and sturdy

Synonyms

  • 强— strong; powerful
  • 力— strength; force
  • 劲— vigorous; strong

Antonyms

  • 弱— weak; feeble
  • 柔— soft; gentle

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The character 劽 conveys a sense of strength (力量).
  • In classical texts, it describes forceful action (强力行动).
  • It is a rare character in modern usage (现代罕见字).

Collocations

  • Strong and powerful(强劽)
  • Exerting force(用力劽)
  • Forceful action(劽行)
  • Powerful strength(劽力)
  • Robust and sturdy(健劽)

Idioms

  • Strong as metal and stone(劽如金石)
  • Powerful and unyielding(劽而不挠)
  • Exerting great effort(劽力同心)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A classical Chinese character primarily found in historical texts and dictionaries.
  • Often used in contexts describing physical strength, force, or powerful exertion.
  • Its rarity makes it more of a literary or specialized character than one for everyday use.

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