nrt, 14 strokes, radical 目, rank #87141, Very Hard
睿
ruì
perspicacious
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 目, rank #87141, Very Hard
睿
ruì
farsighted
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 目, rank #87141, Very Hard
ruì(rui4) T4
1keen, clever, astute
2perspicacious
Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
睿(叡)ruì(rui4)
The character 睿 (ruì) signifies being keen, clever, and astute. It is often used to describe someone who possesses wisdom or insight, particularly in making good judgments. Common contexts include discussions about leadership qualities or exceptional intelligence.
Strokes14Radical目Frequency#87141DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, wisdom and insight are highly valued traits, often associated with leaders and scholars. The character 睿 reflects this cultural emphasis on intellectual qualities and foresight in decision-making.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wise sage sitting on a mountain peak, gazing far into the distance, which embodies the meaning of 'farsighted' or 'astute.' The character 睿 contains the radical '目' (eye), suggesting vision and perception, and the component '瑞,' which can remind you of 'auspicious' or 'good fortune,' linking it to the idea of wise foresight.
Meanings of 睿
ruì(rui4)
1keen, clever, astute
2perspicacious
Exercise 1 of 2
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 睿
睿Simplified
叡Traditional
14Strokes
目Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
Podcast: 睿
Podcast: 睿
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 睿
Quick Contrast
聪 (cōng) - use 睿 (ruì) for wisdom and insight in judgment, while 聪 (cōng) emphasizes intelligence and quick thinking.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wise sage sitting on a mountain peak, gazing far into the distance, which embodies the meaning of 'farsighted' or 'astute.' The character 睿 contains the radical '目' (eye), suggesting vision and perception, and the component '瑞,' which can remind you of 'auspicious' or 'good fortune,' linking it to the idea of wise foresight.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 睿 (ruì) with similar-sounding words like 瑞 (ruì, auspicious). It's important to maintain the correct tone; 睿 is pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone). Common collocations include 睿智 (ruìzhì, wise) and 睿见 (ruìjiàn, insightful).
HSK Study Tips
Although 睿 is not part of the HSK levels, it shares similarities with HSK 5 vocabulary that relates to intelligence and insight. Focus on the character's components and practice using it in sentences that describe wisdom or cleverness.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, wisdom and insight are highly valued traits, often associated with leaders and scholars. The character 睿 reflects this cultural emphasis on intellectual qualities and foresight in decision-making.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 睿 in casual contexts where simpler words like 聪明 (cōngmíng) would be more appropriate. For example, saying '他很睿' (tā hěn ruì) instead of '他很聪明' (tā hěn cōngmíng) can sound overly formal.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 睿
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 睿 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 睿 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 睿
睿 carries 3 distinct meanings. 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 3
Complete the Sentence
他作为一位____智、具备政治家才干的州长而广受尊崇。
He was widely respected as a wise and statesmanlike governor.
Example Sentences for 睿 (3)
Listen to all sentences once to receive XP
1
他作为一位睿智、具备政治家才干的州长而广受尊崇。
tā zuò wéi yī wèi ruì zhì、 、 jù bèi zhèng zhì jiā cái gān de zhōu cháng ér guǎng shòu zūn。
He was widely respected as a wise and statesmanlike governor.
2
他睿智刁钻，评论尖刻，对任何采访他的人而言都是梦魇。
tā ruì zhì diāo zuān， ， píng lùn jiān， kè ， duì rèn hé cǎi fǎng tā de rén ér yán dū shì。
His abrasive wit and caustic comments were an interviewer's nightmare.
3
他以睿智的政治头脑和强势的管理手腕出名。
tā yǐ ruì zhì de zhèng zhì tóu nǎo hé qiáng shì de guǎn lǐ shǒu wàn chū míng。
He is known for his political savvy and strong management skills.
Cultural Notes for 睿
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, wisdom and insight are highly valued traits, often associated with leaders and scholars. The character 睿 reflects this cultural emphasis on intellectual qualities and foresight in decision-making.
Word Family of 睿
Words Containing This Character3
睿智wise and farsighted
睿ruìastute
唐睿宗Emperor Ruizong of Tang, reign name of sixth Tang emperor Li Dan 李旦[LǐDàn] (662-716), reigned 684-690 and 710-712
Exercise 1 of 3
Compound Meaning
What does 睿智 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 睿
The correct pronunciation is 'ruì,' with a falling tone.
Yes, but it is typically used to describe someone with notable insight or intelligence, often in a formal context.
Synonyms include 聪明 (cōngmíng, clever) and 智慧 (zhìhuì, wisdom), but each has its nuances.
