Meanings of 柚
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AI Study Notes for 柚
柚 (yòu) vs 葡萄 (pútáo) — choose 柚 for a citrus fruit specifically known as pomelo, while 葡萄 refers to grapes.
柚 is often used in both formal and informal contexts but is primarily used in culinary discussions. Be mindful of the tone; the fourth tone (yòu) can easily be confused with other tones, leading to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 柚子 (yòuzi) for pomelo and 柚子茶 (yòuzi chá) for pomelo tea.
Even though 柚 is not listed in HSK levels, it relates to HSK 3 and 4 vocabulary around food and fruit. Students should focus on using it in context, especially in discussions about healthy eating or traditional dishes.
Learners often confuse 柚 (yòu) with 葡萄柚 (pútáoyòu). For example, saying '我想要一个柚' when referring to grapefruit is incorrect; it should be '我想要一个葡萄柚'. Additionally, mixing up the tones can lead to confusion, so practice the pronunciation carefully.
Pronunciation of 柚
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Etymology of 柚
Phonosemantic compound. 木 represents the meaning and 由 represents the sound.
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Phonosemantic compound. 木 represents the meaning and 由 represents the sound.
- 1The meaning half木 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half由 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaytree
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say grapefruit, pomelo in Chinese
“grapefruit, pomelo” in Chinese is柚
柚 (yòu) refers to a type of citrus fruit, specifically the pomelo or grapefruit. It is commonly enjoyed in Chinese cuisine and is known for its sweet and slightly tangy flavor. This fruit is often used in celebrations and is associated with good fortune in Chinese culture.
When to use 柚
柚 is often used in both formal and informal contexts but is primarily used in culinary discussions. Be mindful of the tone; the fourth tone (yòu) can easily be confused with other tones, leading to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 柚子 (yòuzi) for pomelo and 柚子茶 (yòuzi chá) for pomelo tea.
柚 or something close to it
柚 (yòu) vs 葡萄 (pútáo) — choose 柚 for a citrus fruit specifically known as pomelo, while 葡萄 refers to grapes.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 柚 (yòu) with 葡萄柚 (pútáoyòu). For example, saying '我想要一个柚' when referring to grapefruit is incorrect; it should be '我想要一个葡萄柚'. Additionally, mixing up the tones can lead to confusion, so practice the pronunciation carefully.
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Grammar Patterns of 柚
柚 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 4 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.
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边境上所有的东西都有定价，毒品、____木和走私品无一例外。
Everything along the border has its price: drugs, teak, smuggled goods.
Example Sentences for 柚 (5)
Word Family of 柚
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Frequently Asked Questions about 柚
柚 refers specifically to pomelo, while 葡萄柚 (pútáoyòu) means grapefruit, which is a different variety.
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