隆 Stroke Order — How to Write 隆
隆 is written in 12 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 阝, then complete the remaining strokes.
Stroke order matters in Chinese: it keeps the character balanced, and it is how dictionaries and handwriting input methods expect a character to be written.
隆 Radical and Character Components
Radical: 阝 + 9 more strokes
隆 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- lóng
- lōng
Meanings of 隆 in Chinese
1
lóng隆
Grand, magnificent, deep, or intense; often used to describe significant events or profound conditions, as in "隆重" (grand, solemn) or "隆冬" (deep winter).
今天的颁奖典礼非常隆重，吸引了许多观众。
Today's awards ceremony was very grand, attracting many spectators.
When pronounced as lóng, it means flourishing, prosperous, or thriving, often used to describe businesses or an overall situation.
祝您生意兴隆，财源广进！
Wishing you prosperous business and abundant financial resources!
High, raised, or prominent; to bulge or swell.
运动员小腿上的肌肉高高隆起，线条分明。
The muscles on the athlete's calves were highly prominent, with clear definition.
To revere; to honor; to hold in high esteem.
我们应该隆师重道，尊敬传授知识的人。
We should revere our teachers and value their teachings, respecting those who impart knowledge.
2
lōng隆
Used as part of the idiom "黑咕隆咚" (hēi gū lōng dōng), meaning pitch dark or extremely dark.
晚上停电了，屋子里黑咕隆咚的，什么也看不见
The power went out last night, and the room was pitch dark; I couldn't see anything.
Common Words and Phrases with 隆
1
midwinter; the depth of winter
在隆冬时节，许多动物都会寻找温暖的洞穴冬眠。
During the depth of winter, many animals seek warm caves for hibernation.
2
Longfu Temple, a historic temple in Beijing known for its past temple fairs.
隆福寺曾经是北京城内香火鼎盛的寺庙之一，现在它周围区域已成为繁华的商业街区。
Longfusi was once one of the most bustling temples within Beijing, and its surrounding area has now become a prosperous commercial district.
3
A deep, resonant, continuous sound, often associated with thunder or distant artillery; to make such a sound.
火车隆隆地驶过，震动了大地
The train rumbled past, shaking the ground.
4
To rise, swell, or bulge upwards from a surface.
这块地方地势隆起，形成了一个小山丘
The terrain in this area rises, forming a small hill.
5
deep feeling; deep love
承蒙您的隆情款待，我们度过了一个愉快的夜晚。
We had a delightful evening, thanks to your generous hospitality.
6
Sound of a thud or peal, often used to describe violent vibrations.
当巨石滚下山坡时，隆然的声响在山谷中回荡。
When the huge rock rolled down the hillside, the rumbling sound echoed in the valley.
7
Prosperous and flourishing.
这家公司的业务发展非常隆盛，市场份额不断扩大。
This company's business is developing very prosperously, with its market share continuously expanding.
8
rise and fall of power; flourish and decline
世事无常，各行各业的隆替乃是自然之理。
Worldly affairs are impermanent, and the rise and fall of various industries are a natural principle.
9
Grand, ceremonious, and solemn; magnificent.
学校为毕业典礼做了隆重的准备，确保每个环节都尽善尽美。
The school made grand preparations for the graduation ceremony, ensuring every detail was perfect.
10
high bridge of nose
他生得一副好相貌，尤其是那高挺的隆准，让人印象深刻。
He has a good appearance, especially his prominent high nose bridge, which leaves a deep impression.
More words with 隆
- chāng昌lóng隆prosperous and flourishing
- hōng轰lōng隆Rumble; a rumbling sound.
- gū咕lōng隆Rumble, Gurgle
- qián乾lóng隆Qianlong, Qianlong Emperor
- hōng轰lōng隆hōng轰lōng隆rumble, boom
- lóng隆zhōng中Longzhong
- xīng兴lóng隆Prosperous, Thriving
- rì日lóng隆Daily prosperity, Thriving day by day
- zhì郅lóng隆Zhi Long
- lóng隆dōng冬shí时jié节midwinter, the dead of winter
- lóng隆qíng情kuǎn款dài待gracious hospitality, warm hospitality
- lóng隆shī师zhòng重dào道Respect teachers and their teachings, Honor teachers and the truth
- gāo高gāo高lóng隆qǐ起highly raised, prominently bulging
- gū咕lōng隆gū咕lōng隆rumbling, gurgling
- shēng生yi意xīng兴lóng隆Business is booming, Business is thriving
- xīng兴wàng旺chāng昌lóng隆Prosperous and flourishing, Thriving and successful
Idioms with 隆
- hēi黑gu咕lōng隆dōng咚pitch-dark and gloomy
- lóng隆ēn恩kuàng旷diǎn典profound and rare favor
- lóng隆qíng情hòu厚yì谊profound and generous friendship
- lóng隆xíng刑jùn峻fǎ法severe penalties and strict laws
- cái才wàng望jiān兼lóng隆highly talented and prestigious
- dé德lóng隆wàng望zhòng重highly virtuous and esteemed
- dé德lóng隆wàng望zūn尊great virtue and deep respect
- lóng隆gǔ古jiàn贱jīn今revere antiquity, disparage present
- hǎo郝lóng隆shài晒shū书displaying vast scholarship in a humorous way
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Open the tool →Questions about 隆
What does 隆 mean in Chinese?
隆 (lóng) means “When pronounced as lóng” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 隆?
隆 has 2 pronunciations: lóng, lōng.
How many strokes does 隆 have?
隆 has 12 strokes.
How do you write 隆?
隆 is written in 12 strokes, starting from the radical 阝. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 隆?
The radical of 隆 is 阝.