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崾 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
yǎoa place name in Shanxi provincezg, 12 strokes, radical 山, Very Hard
yǎo(yao3) T3
  1. 1a place name in Shanxi province
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March 24, 2026
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The character 崾 (yǎo) refers to a specific place name located in Shanxi province, China. Its usage is primarily geographic, and it may not be commonly encountered in everyday conversation, making it more relevant for those studying place names or regional geography in China.

Strokes12RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

Shanxi province is known for its historical significance and cultural heritage, including ancient temples and coal mining. The character 崾 reflects the diverse geography of the region.

Memory Tip

Imagine a mountain (山) that seems to 'yawn' (yǎo) as it rises into the sky, creating a unique shape. The character 崾 consists of the 'mountain' radical, which helps you remember it relates to a geographical feature.

Meanings of 崾

yǎo(yao3)
1a place name in Shanxi province
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About 崾

Simplified
Traditional
12Strokes
Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 崾

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a mountain (山) that seems to 'yawn' (yǎo) as it rises into the sky, creating a unique shape. The character 崾 consists of the 'mountain' radical, which helps you remember it relates to a geographical feature.

Usage Notes

Since 崾 is a place name, it is essential to use it in a context that specifies its geographic relevance. Learners should avoid confusing it with other similar-sounding names or characters. It is not typically used in formal contexts outside of geographic discussions.

HSK Study Tips

Although 崾 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this character can enhance your knowledge of place names in China. Focus on recognizing the radical components and how they relate to location.

Cultural Note

Shanxi province is known for its historical significance and cultural heritage, including ancient temples and coal mining. The character 崾 reflects the diverse geography of the region.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 崾 with other place names or characters due to its phonetic similarity. For example, mistakenly using it in a sentence meant for a different location—like saying '我去崾' when intending to say 'I am going to Beijing'—would be incorrect.

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Pronunciation of 崾

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Etymology of 崾

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

mountain

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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 崾?

Decomposition of 崾

IDS Structure⿰山要
Full Character
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Shan1
left
yao1
right
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Cultural Notes for 崾

🏮Cultural insight

Shanxi province is known for its historical significance and cultural heritage, including ancient temples and coal mining. The character 崾 reflects the diverse geography of the region.

Frequently Asked Questions about 崾

It refers to a specific place name in Shanxi province.