(lǎo) - A variant form of the radical 老 (lǎo),

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lǎo | 4 strokes | radical: 耂

· lǎo

A variant form of the radical 老 (lǎo), meaning 'old' or 'elderly'.

It is primarily used as a component in other characters.

A variant form of the radical 老 (lǎo),

Usage highlights

Radical form of 老Component in 考Component in 者Component in 耆Component in 耄Component in 耋

Synonyms

  • old; elderly (the full character)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This radical form appears in characters like 考 (kǎo, examine) and 者 (zhě, person).
  • The component 耂 is derived from 老 (old).
  • Characters with 耂 often relate to age or experience.

Collocations

  • old(Radical form of 老)
  • examine(Component in 考)
  • person(Component in 者)
  • elderly(Component in 耆)
  • very old(Component in 耄)
  • octogenarian(Component in 耋)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Derived from the character 老 (lǎo), which represents an elderly person with long hair and a cane.
  • As a radical component, it often imparts meanings related to age, experience, or longevity.

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