肋 (lèi) - Rib & side of the body

肋Tone 4

lèi ｜ 6 strokes ｜ radical: 月

俊梁

肋 · lèi

Rib;

side of the body;

flank;

something resembling a rib in structure.

Ribside of the bodyflank

Usage highlights

RibRib cagePork ribsRib boneFlankRibbed structure

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He broke a rib (肋骨) in the accident.
  • The ship's frame has many ribs (肋材).
  • This cut of meat is pork ribs (猪肋排).
  • The structure is supported by ribs (肋拱).

Collocations

  • Rib(肋骨)
  • Rib cage(肋骨架)
  • Pork ribs(猪肋排)
  • Rib bone(肋骨)
  • Flank(肋腹)
  • Ribbed structure(肋状结构)

Idioms

  • To be a burden(累肋)
  • To be under someone's control(肋从)
  • Between the ribs(肋间)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, ribs are part of the thoracic cavity housing important organs.
  • In construction and shipbuilding, rib-like structures provide support and stability.
  • The character combines the 'flesh' radical with the 'power' component, suggesting structural support.

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