Li - ion-Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Li is a Chinese concept meaning ritual, propriety, or proper conduct. It refers to the customs, etiquette, and social norms that guide respectful and harmonious behavior in Confucian philosophy.
Definition:
A Chinese unit of distance, approximately 500 meters or 0.31 miles.
Synonyms:
kilometer, mile, furlong
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
inch, centimeter
Common Collocations:
measure distance, travel a li, ancient li
Derivatives:
lishu (a derivative term in Chinese), lizhi (historical context)
Usage Tips:
Use "li" when referring to traditional Chinese measurements, not modern metric units.
Common Phrases:
thousand li journey, within a li’s distance, a li apart
Etymology:
Originates from Chinese 里 (lǐ), historically used for measuring distances in East Asia.
Examples:
- 1. She walked one li to reach the village.
- 2. The mountain is about two li away from here.
- 3. Ancient maps often marked distances in li.
- 4. A li is roughly half a kilometer long.