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莲
lián
Description
莲是一种长在水里的植物，夏天会开很漂亮的花。
"莲" is a plant that grows in water and blooms beautiful flowers in summer.
莲的种子叫莲子，可以吃，也可以做甜点。
The seeds of "莲" are called lotus seeds, which can be eaten or used to make desserts.
Meanings
莲lián
lotus (aquatic plant with large flowers)
池塘里的莲开花了。
The lotus in the pond has bloomed.
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Notes
- Nuance
莲 and 荷 both refer to lotus; 莲花 and 荷花 are common everyday forms.
- Etymology
originally the fruit/seed of the lotus, later extended to the whole plant.
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