栾 (luán) - Luan — a type of tree (Koelreuteria paniculata, & a surname

栾Tone 2

luán ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

林伦

栾 · luán

Luan — a type of tree (Koelreuteria paniculata, goldenrain tree);

a surname;

also refers to a decorative bell on a carriage in ancient times.

Luan — a type of tree (Koelreuteria paniculata,a surnamealso refers to a decorative bell on a

Usage highlights

Luan treeSurname LuanLuan bellLuan carriageLuan familyLuan city

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The goldenrain tree (栾树) has beautiful yellow flowers.
  • Mr. Luan (栾先生) is my Chinese teacher.
  • In ancient texts, 'luan' referred to carriage ornaments (栾铃).
  • The Luan family (栾家) has a long history.

Collocations

  • Luan tree(栾树)
  • Surname Luan(栾姓)
  • Luan bell(栾铃)
  • Luan carriage(栾车)
  • Luan family(栾家)
  • Luan city(栾城)

Idioms

  • Luan and Bao friendship(栾鲍之交)
  • Luan's benevolence(栾氏之仁)
  • Luan Bu's integrity(栾布之义)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character originally referred to the goldenrain tree, valued for its timber and ornamental qualities.
  • As a surname, it originates from the Spring and Autumn period, from the fief of Luan granted to Jin minister Huan Shu.
  • In ancient times, also referred to decorative bells on carriages, indicating status and refinement.

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