佬
Meaning:
elder; mature
HSK 2
Frequency:
#279
Pinyin:
lǎo
Strokes:
8
Radical:
亻
How to Write 佬 - 8 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "佬" in Chinese
The Chinese character 佬 (lǎo) means "elder; mature". It is classified as an HSK 2 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 8 strokes. Common words containing 佬 include: 仫佬, 北佬, 基佬.
📚 Words and Phrases with 佬
Common words containing this character
仫佬
Mulao ethnic group of Guangxi
HSK 2
北佬
northerner, person from Northern China (Cantonese)
HSK 2
基佬
(slang) gay guy
HSK 2
大佬
big shot (leading some field or group); godfather (in an organization)
HSK 2
姆佬
Mulao ethnic group of Guangxi
HSK 2
姬佬
(slang) lesbian
HSK 2
福佬
Hoklo
HSK 2
赤佬
(dialect) scoundrel
HSK 2
阔佬
wealthy person
HSK 2
鬼佬
foreigner (Cantonese)
HSK 2
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: An old 老 person 亻; 老 also provides the pronunciation
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "佬"?
- The pinyin is lǎo
- How many strokes does "佬" have?
- It has 8 strokes
- What does "佬" mean?
- elder; mature
- What is the radical of "佬"?
- The radical is "亻"