屴
How to Say
How to Write
Meaning: high mountain range
💡 Imagine a mountain with 'power' (力) lifting it sky-high.
Compounds
Character Story & Explanation
屴 (lì) is a rare Chinese character meaning a high mountain range or towering peaks. It appears in classical texts to describe majestic, rugged mountains, akin to the Alps or Himalayas in Western imagery. The character’s visual components (山 over 力) suggest a mountain’s power, evoking awe and grandeur.
Example Sentences
Common Compounds
Similar Characters — Don't Mix These Up
Your First Step into Chinese Culture: Get a Chinese Name
Every journey into Chinese begins with a name. Use our free Chinese name generator to create a meaningful, personalized Chinese name that fits you perfectly.
Get My Chinese Name →
0