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李
On'yomi
リ
RI
Kun'yomi
すもも
sumomo
plum
beautiful
Details
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Frequency#1147
Radical木tree(4)
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Component Breakdown
李=
木子
tree + child
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'tree' (木) with 'child' (子), referring to the plum tree. Famous as one of the most common surnames in China.
Symbolism
Symbolizes plum, fruition, and Chinese culture. 'Peach and plum' (桃李) means excellent students, representing educational achievements.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
瓜田李下
かでんりか
be careful not to invite the least suspicion; leave no room for scandal; be careful not to invite the least suspicion
李下瓜田
りかかでん
be careful not to invite the least suspicion; leave no room for scandal; be careful not to invite the least suspicion
張三李四
ちょうさんりし
the common run of men; the average Joe; good-for-nothing (person); the common run of men
桃李満門
とうりまんもん
gathering of excellent and capable people; gathering of excellent and capable people