How to Write 勒
The character 勒 (lè) is written with 11 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 力 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
勒 is pronounced lè in Mandarin Chinese. It means to rein in; to strangle; to force.
This is a polyphonic character with readings: lè, lēi.
Common Words with 勒
Example Sentences
绑匪向家属勒索巨额赎金，警方已介入。
bǎng fěi xiàng jiā shǔ lè suǒ jù é shú jīn jǐng fāng yǐ jiè rù
The kidnappers extorted a huge ransom from the family, and the police have intervened.
该工厂因排污超标被政府勒令停业整顿。
gāi gōng chǎng yīn pái wū chāo biāo bèi zhèng fǔ lè lìng tíng yè zhěng dùn
The factory was ordered by the government to suspend operations for rectification due to excessive pollution discharge.
上坡时，他勒紧了身上的背带，奋力向上爬。
shàng pō shí tā lēi jǐn le shēn shàng de bēi dài fèn lì xiàng shàng pá
While going uphill, he tightened his straps and climbed up with all his might.
Practice Writing 勒 (lè)
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