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厉
Unverified wordlì
Description
"厉"这个字很少自己用，常常和别的字一起出现。
The character "厉" is rarely used alone and often appears with other characters.
比如"厉害"，意思是很强、很棒。
For example, "厉害" means very strong or excellent.
Meanings
厉lì
strict; severe; stern
他说话很严厉。
He speaks very sternly.
厉lì
fierce; sharp (as in 厉害, powerful)
你真厉害！
You are really awesome!
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Notes
- Nuance
厉 rarely stands alone; learn it inside compounds like 厉害 and 严厉.
- Etymology
originally meant a whetstone, extended to 'sharp, harsh, severe'.
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