This is the 349th most frequent Chinese word.


A Chinese surname, typically romanized as "Liu."


Here, '刘' is a surname, which is commonly used in Mandarin names to address or refer to individuals with politeness.

我刚刚见到了刘先生,他是我的老朋友。

I just saw Mr. Liu; he is an old friend of mine.


In this sentence, '刘' functions as a surname, paired with a title, '校长' (principal), providing specific identification.

刘校长将在学生大会上讲话。

Principal Liu will speak at the student assembly.


'刘' here is used in a descriptive manner to indicate a style or recipe associated with the name Liu.

这家餐馆用了一种特殊的技术来制作刘白菜。

This restaurant uses a special technique to prepare Liu-style cabbage.