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荷 has 2 dictionary pronunciations. The examples show how each reading behaves in real words.
lotus
to carry on one's shoulder or back; burden; responsibility
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lotus
embroidered pouch for carrying loose change etc
croupier
myoga ginger
weight load
heavy load
electric charge
load
to shoulder a burden
load
mint
Notice where 荷 sits in each complete thought.
The peppermint flavor in this mouthwash is too strong.
Source: Tatoeba #9049749 · CC BY 2.0 FRThe herb used in that pasta sauce might be parsley.
Source: Tatoeba #781537 · CC BY 2.0 FRI had never seen a windmill until I visited the Netherlands.
Source: Tatoeba #335000 · CC BY 2.0 FRHow long have you been learning Dutch?
Source: Tatoeba #11510338 · CC BY 2.0 FRI'm happy, 'cause I'm learning some Dutch.
Source: Tatoeba #388518 · CC BY 2.0 FRI still have lessons in French and Dutch to take.
Source: Tatoeba #10043972 · CC BY 2.0 FRDefinitions and traditional forms are compiled from Make Me a Hanzi, HSK curriculum data, and CC-CEDICT. Sourced example sentences link to Tatoeba; editorial examples are labeled separately. Review data sources and licenses.