nrt, 13 strokes, radical 王, rank #37616, Very Hard
nǎo(nao3) T3
1agate, cornelian
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March 24, 2026
瑙nǎo(nao3)
瑙 (nǎo) refers to a type of gemstone, specifically agate or cornelian. These stones are often used in jewelry and decorative art, and the term suggests qualities of durability and beauty. It's used primarily in contexts related to gemstones, jewelry design, and sometimes in traditional Chinese art.
Strokes13Radical王Frequency#37616DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gemstones like 瑙 are often associated with wealth, beauty, and status. They are commonly used in traditional jewelry and are believed to have protective properties in Feng Shui.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful agate stone glistening in the sunlight, its layers resembling the character 瑙. The '瑙' looks like a gem '石' (stone) with a beautiful pattern, and you can think of 'nǎo' as 'noble' to remember its value.
Meanings of 瑙
nǎo(nao3)
1agate, cornelian
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About 瑙
瑙Simplified
13Strokes
王Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 瑙
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful agate stone glistening in the sunlight, its layers resembling the character 瑙. The '瑙' looks like a gem '石' (stone) with a beautiful pattern, and you can think of 'nǎo' as 'noble' to remember its value.
Usage Notes
瑙 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more relevant in specialized contexts like jewelry or geology. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words or characters. It typically appears in formal or artistic discussions rather than casual speech.
HSK Study Tips
瑙 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists but is relevant for learners interested in cultural aspects like gemstones. Students at this level should focus on recognizing the character's components and understanding its context in discussions about art and materials.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, gemstones like 瑙 are often associated with wealth, beauty, and status. They are commonly used in traditional jewelry and are believed to have protective properties in Feng Shui.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 瑙 with 皓 (hào), which means bright or white. A common mistake is using 瑙 in a casual context; for example, saying '我喜欢瑙' (I like agate) instead of discussing it in a more appropriate context like jewelry or art.
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Grammar Patterns of 瑙
瑙 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 2
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它的疆域包括东阿尔卑斯山的一部分和多____河流域的一部分.
Its territory includes part of the eastern Alps as well as of the Danube basin.
Example Sentences for 瑙 (2)
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它的疆域包括东阿尔卑斯山的一部分和多瑙河流域的一部分.
tā de jiāng yù bāo kuò dōng ā ěr bēi sī shān de yī bù fēn hé duō nǎo hé liú yù de yī bù fēn.
Its territory includes part of the eastern Alps as well as of the Danube basin.
2
他率领他们北上攻打生活在多瑙河畔的部族.
tā shuài lǐng tā mén běi shàng gōng dǎ shēng huó zài duō nǎo hé pàn de bù zú.
He led it the far north and attacked the tribes that lived the River Danube.
Cultural Notes for 瑙
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, gemstones like 瑙 are often associated with wealth, beauty, and status. They are commonly used in traditional jewelry and are believed to have protective properties in Feng Shui.
Word Family of 瑙
Words Containing This Character6
玛瑙agate瑪瑙
多瑙河Danube
瑙nǎoagate
瑙鲁Nauru, island country in the southwestern Pacific瑙魯
多瑙the Danube
马瑙斯Manaus (city in Brazil)馬瑙斯
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Compound Meaning
What does 玛瑙 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 瑙
瑙 means agate or cornelian, referring to a type of gemstone.
瑙 is often used in contexts discussing gemstones or jewelry, such as 瑙石 (agate stone).
No, 瑙 is primarily used in specialized contexts related to gemstones and art.
