搂抱

摟抱
lǒubào
verb #28,256

Meanings

  1. 1 to hug
  2. 2 to embrace
  3. 3 to hold in one's arms

Examples

HSK 5
Māma jǐnjǐn de lǒubào zhe háizi.
The mother held the child tightly in her arms.
HSK 5
Liǎng rén zài fēnbié qián jǐnjǐn de lǒubào zài yìqǐ.
The two held each other in a tight embrace before parting.

Tips

usage
搂抱 is warmer and more physical than 拥抱 (to hug). 搂 suggests gathering someone into your arms, while 抱 means to hold or embrace. The combination feels tender and affectionate.

Stroke Order

搂 lǒu
抱 bào