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Li in Russian

Li in Russian is Ли, ли — Li means a traditional Chinese unit of distance, now standardized at about half a kilometer.

Li in Russian

Ли
proper noun
Pronounced: Li
A surname from Chinese
ли
noun
Pronounced: 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?

  1. 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."
  2. 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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Li in a sentence

  • 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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Frequently asked questions

What is "Li" in Russian?
"Li" in Russian is Ли, ли. Li means: A traditional Chinese unit of distance, now standardized at about half a kilometer.
How do you pronounce Ли?
"Li" in Russian is Ли, pronounced "Li".
How do you use "Li" in a sentence?
Example: "The traveler said the village was only about ten li from the river crossing." In Russian, "Li" is Ли, ли.
Are there other ways to say "Li" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "Li": Ли, ли.
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