搂

lǒu

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lǒu Verb to hug; to embrace

lōu to draw towards oneself; to gather

Definitions

1. to hug
2. to embrace

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to hug

搂抱 is a compound meaning to embrace or cuddle, often used in romantic contexts; combines 搂 and 抱.

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亲 means to kiss; often used together with 搂 in intimate situations (e.g., 搂着亲 'hugging and kissing').

Synonyms

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to carry (in one's arms)

Both mean to hug or embrace, but 搂 often implies drawing someone closer, often by the waist or shoulders, while 抱 is more general.

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Commonly used with body parts: 搂着腰 (around the waist), 搂着肩膀 (around the shoulders). 搂 cannot be used for hugging objects; use 抱 instead (e.g., 抱着书 'holding a book').

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他轻轻地搂着她的肩膀。

He gently put his arm around her shoulder.

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Words Containing 搂

to gather together as with a rake

to shake out

to embrace

to hug

(coll.) to grab money