zero

JLPT N2 13 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Basic Meaning and Usage

The character (líng) primarily means "zero" in numbers. It is used to represent the number 0 in counting, measurements, and numerical expressions. For example, when stating temperatures, scores, or phone numbers, is the standard way to say zero.

Common Collocations and Patterns

  • (líng dù): zero degrees, often used in weather reports.
  • (líng fēn): zero points or zero marks, commonly used in exams or scoring.
  • 号码 (diànhuà hàomǎ zhōng de líng): zero in phone numbers, important to pronounce clearly to avoid confusion.

Usage Notes

When reading numbers aloud, is used to indicate the digit zero, especially when it appears between other digits. It is important to pronounce it clearly to avoid misunderstanding. is also used metaphorically to indicate nothing or none, such as scoring zero points. Avoid confusing with other words that sound similar but have different meanings.

Example Sentences

Today's temperature is zero degrees.

The phone number is 0123456789.

He got zero points on the exam and was very disappointed.