li in French
li in French is li — li means a traditional Chinese unit of distance, now standardized at about half a kilometer.
li in French
li
The Chinese mile, a traditional unit of distance equal to 1500 chis or 150 zhangs, now standardized as a half-kilometer (500 meters).
What does "li" mean?
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noun A traditional Chinese unit of distance, now standardized at about half a kilometer.
"It was a whole day's journey from I-ch'eng to Chü-wo which, in turn, is about 60 li east of Chiang Chou — one of the most important cities in southern Shansi and a center for curio-dealers."
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noun (in Confucian thought) Proper ritual, etiquette, and behavior expected in social and ceremonial life.
"Students of ancient philosophy learn how li guided behavior at weddings and funerals."
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- It was a whole day's journey from I-ch'eng to Chü-wo which, in turn, is about 60 li east of Chiang Chou — one of the most important cities in southern Shansi and a center for curio-dealers.
- The traveler said the village was only about ten li from the river crossing.
- Students of ancient philosophy learn how li guided behavior at weddings and funerals.
- A person who practiced li would greet elders with careful respect and proper manners.
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What is "li" in French?
"li" in French is li. li means: A traditional Chinese unit of distance, now standardized at about half a kilometer.
How do you use "li" in a sentence?
Example: "The traveler said the village was only about ten li from the river crossing." In French, "li" is li.
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