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寓 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
寓yùto resideHSK 7, n, 12 strokes, radical 宀, rank #44146, Very Hard
寓yùto implyHSK 7, n, 12 strokes, radical 宀, rank #44146, Very Hard
寓yùto containHSK 7, n, 12 strokes, radical 宀, rank #44146, Very Hard
寓yùresidenceHSK 7, n, 12 strokes, radical 宀, rank #44146, Very Hard
寓yùresidence, lodge, dwellingHSK 7, n, 12 strokes, radical 宀, rank #44146, Very Hard
yù(yu4) T4
  1. 1to reside
  2. 2to imply
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March 24, 2026
寓yù(yu4)

The character 寓 (yù) primarily refers to a place of residence or dwelling. It can also imply the idea of containing or embodying something, often used in literary contexts to suggest deeper meanings or implications within a text.

Strokes12Radical宀Frequency#44146DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of residence often ties back to the importance of family and ancestral homes, highlighting how one's dwelling is not just a physical space but also a representation of heritage and social status.

Memory Tip

Imagine a cozy home where different stories reside, just like how 寓 (yù) holds meanings. Picture a house with various rooms, each room representing a different implication, helping you remember that 'yù' sounds like 'you' and signifies both residence and deeper meanings.

Meanings of 寓

yù(yu4)
1to reside
2to imply
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About 寓

寓Simplified
12Strokes
宀Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#44146Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7

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AI Study Notes for 寓

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a cozy home where different stories reside, just like how 寓 (yù) holds meanings. Picture a house with various rooms, each room representing a different implication, helping you remember that 'yù' sounds like 'you' and signifies both residence and deeper meanings.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 'yù' as it is a fourth tone, which can change the meaning entirely if mispronounced. It's commonly used in formal contexts, especially in literature and academic discussions, but can also appear in everyday conversations about housing.

HSK Study Tips

Although '寓' is not in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it relates closely to other words about living spaces (like '家' jiā) and can expand your understanding of residence-related vocabulary. Focus on its usage in contexts involving housing and its implications in literature.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of residence often ties back to the importance of family and ancestral homes, highlighting how one's dwelling is not just a physical space but also a representation of heritage and social status.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '寓' with similar sounding characters leading to miscommunication. For example, saying '我在这里寓' instead of '我在这里住' (Wǒ zài zhèlǐ zhù) meaning 'I live here' can be incorrect as '寓' is not typically used in casual conversation.

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Etymology of 寓

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 宀 represents the meaning and 禺 represents the sound. Simplified form of 庽.

Memory Hint

roof

Semantic (meaning)宀
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Phonetic (sound)禺
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 寓?

Decomposition of 寓

IDS Structure⿱宀禺
寓Full Character
=
宀gai4
top
禺ou3
bottom
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 寓?

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Grammar Patterns of 寓

寓 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 4

Complete the Sentence

双卧室的公____每月房租是953.33英镑。

The monthly rent for a two-bedroom flat would be £

Common Confusions with 寓

寓vs遇
yù

Same pinyin but different meaning.

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Which character means "to reside"?

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Example Sentences for 寓 (10)

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1
双卧室的公寓每月房租是953.33英镑。

shuāng wò shì de gōng yù měi yuè fáng zū shì953.33 953.33 yīng。

The monthly rent for a two-bedroom flat would be £
2
爸爸在法国的公寓远不如这处宽敞。

bà bà zài fǎ guó de gōng yù yuǎn bù rú zhè chǔ kuān chǎng。

Father's flat in Paris wasn't nearly as grand as this.
3
大火是从一幢公寓大楼烧起的。

dà huǒ shì cóng yī chuáng gōng yù dà lóu shāo qǐ de。

It started a fire in a block of flats.
4
他们已经在他的公寓门上上了把挂锁。

tā mén yǐ jīng zài tā de gōng yù mén shàng shàng le bǎ guà suǒ。

They had put a padlock on the door of his flat.
5
这则古老的寓言流传了数个世纪。

zhè zé gǔ lǎo de yù yán liú chuán le shù gè shì jì。

The old fable continues to echo down the centuries.
6
那套公寓配有单身生活的基本必需品。

nà tào gōng yù pèi yǒu dān shēn shēng huó de jī běn bì xū pǐn。

The flat contained the basic essentials for bachelor life.
7
和它楼上的那间不同，46号公寓很安静。

hé tā lóu shàng de nà jiān bù tóng，46 ，46 hào gōng yù hěn ān。

Apartment 46 was a quiet apartment, unlike the one above it.
8
我想这个故事的寓意是提醒购物者当心。

wǒ xiǎng zhè gè gù shì de yù yì shì tí xǐng gòu wù zhě dāng xīn。

I think the moral of the story is let the buyer beware.
9
一回到自己的公寓，她就有一种想要刷牙的冲动。

yī huí dào zì jǐ de gōng yù， ， tā jiù yǒu yī zhǒng xiǎng yào shuā yá de chōng。

Once inside her apartment she felt an urge to brush her teeth.
10
我很快地把公寓粉刷了一遍，这样菲利帕就能搬进来了。

wǒ hěn kuài dì bǎ gōng yù fěn shuā le yī biàn， ， zhè yàng fēi lì pà jiù néng bān jìn lái。

I had the flat decorated quickly so that Philippa could move in.

Cultural Notes for 寓

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of residence often ties back to the importance of family and ancestral homes, highlighting how one's dwelling is not just a physical space but also a representation of heritage and social status.

Word Family of 寓

Words Containing This Character8
公寓gōngyùapartment building
寓意yùyìmoral (of a story)
寓yùto reside
寓所dwelling
寓言yùyánfable
公寓楼apartment building公寓樓
寓居to reside in
寓意深长to have profound import (idiom); to be deeply significant寓意深長
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Compound Meaning

What does 公寓 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 寓

Yes, 寓 is used in specific contexts, especially in literary or formal language. While it may not be as common in daily conversation, understanding its meaning and usage can enhance your comprehension of more complex texts.