Definitions

láo name of a mountain in Shandong

Etymology phono-semantic

mountain

Semantic: Phonetic:

About

崂 (traditional: 嶗) is a phono-semantic compound. Its semantic radical 山 (mountain) on the left indicates a connection to terrain or geology, while the component 劳 on the right provides its pronunciation. This character is almost exclusively used as a proper noun, specifically for Mount Lao, a coastal mountain range in Shandong province. As a specific toponym, it has no general meanings or metaphorical uses, serving only to name this location, which is known for its scenic coastline and historical ties to Daoist traditions.