Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
椰yē(ye1)
The character 椰 (yē) refers to a palm tree, specifically the coconut palm, which is known for its large, long leaves and fruit. It is commonly associated with tropical climates and is often found in coastal areas. In culinary contexts, it refers to coconuts or products derived from them, such as coconut milk.
Strokes12Radical木Frequency#17293DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
Coconuts are significant in various aspects of Taiwanese culture, often used in traditional dishes and as a symbol of tropical beauty. The coconut palm is also a staple in many tropical islands, representing relaxation and leisure.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tall palm tree swaying gently in the tropical breeze, its coconuts dangling like little 'yey' (yay) balloons. The character 椰 has a radical for 'tree' (木) which visually connects to its meaning, and the pronunciation 'yē' can remind you of the joyous sound 'yay!' when you see one.
Meanings of 椰
yē(ye1)
1palm tree, coconut tree
2coconut palm
Exercise 1 of 2
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 椰
椰Simplified
12Strokes
木Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
Podcast: 椰
Podcast: 椰
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 椰
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tall palm tree swaying gently in the tropical breeze, its coconuts dangling like little 'yey' (yay) balloons. The character 椰 has a radical for 'tree' (木) which visually connects to its meaning, and the pronunciation 'yē' can remind you of the joyous sound 'yay!' when you see one.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 椰 with similar-sounding characters or mistakenly use it in non-tropical contexts. It is generally used in informal settings when discussing food or nature. Be careful with the tone, as a wrong tone can lead to confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
While 椰 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other nature-related words like 树 (shù - tree) and 果 (guǒ - fruit). Focus on recognizing the radical 木 to help remember its meaning related to trees.
Cultural Note
Coconuts are significant in various aspects of Taiwanese culture, often used in traditional dishes and as a symbol of tropical beauty. The coconut palm is also a staple in many tropical islands, representing relaxation and leisure.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 椰 with 叶 (yè - leaf), leading to incorrect sentences like '我喜欢椰' (I like the leaf) instead of using the correct context. Remember that 椰 relates specifically to coconut palms, not just any tree or leaf.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 椰
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 椰 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 椰 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Grammar Patterns of 椰
椰 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 3 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 5
Complete the Sentence
日落时开斋，按传统会吃____枣、喝水。
The fast is broken at sunset, traditionally with dates and water.
He was looking across the lagoon to where the Nuhiva's sails showed through the sparse coconuts.
Cultural Notes for 椰
🏮Cultural insight
Coconuts are significant in various aspects of Taiwanese culture, often used in traditional dishes and as a symbol of tropical beauty. The coconut palm is also a staple in many tropical islands, representing relaxation and leisure.
Word Family of 椰
Words Containing This Character10
椰子yēzicoconut
椰yēcoconut palm
花椰菜cauliflower
椰汁coconut water
椰林coconut grove
椰菜cabbage
椰蓉desiccated coconut
椰油palm oil
椰子汁coconut water
海椰子coco de mer or "sea coconut" (Lodoicea maldivica)
Exercise 1 of 4
Compound Meaning
What does 椰子 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 椰
It means palm tree or coconut tree, particularly referring to the coconut palm.
It is pronounced as 'yē', with a high level tone.
No, 椰 specifically refers to coconut palms; other types of trees use different characters.
