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厉
lì
Description
“厉”这个字常常用来说事情很严重，或者态度很严格。
The character "厉" is often used to describe something very serious or an attitude that is very strict.
我们最常在“厉害”这个词里看到它，意思是很强、很棒。
We most often see it in the word "厉害", which means very strong or excellent.
Meanings
厉害lìhai
impressive, powerful, amazing (skill or ability)
他做菜真厉害。
He is really good at cooking.
严厉yánlì
strict, stern, severe (in attitude)
老师对我们很严厉。
The teacher is very strict with us.
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Notes
- Usage
厉 rarely stands alone; it appears in compounds like 厉害 and 严厉.
- Nuance
厉害 can mean both 'awesome' (praise) and 'terrible/serious' (a bad situation).
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