How to Write 沥
The character 沥 (lì) is written with 7 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 氵 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
沥 is pronounced lì in Mandarin Chinese. It means to drip; to strain.
Common Words with 沥
沥青
lì qīng
asphalt; bitumen
呕心沥血
ǒu xīn lì xuè
to shed one's heart's blood / to work with great care
滴沥
dī lì
to drip; sound of dripping
Example Sentences
这条路铺了沥青。
zhè tiáo lù pù le lì qīng
This road is paved with asphalt.
老师呕心沥血教学生。
lǎo shī ǒu xīn lì xuè jiào xué shēng
The teacher put their heart and soul into teaching the students.
雨水滴沥地响。
yǔ shuǐ dī lì dì xiǎng
The rain is pattering.
Practice Writing 沥 (lì)
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