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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
雋juànsuperior, outstanding, talentedx, 12 strokes, radical 隹
juàn(juan4)juan T4
  1. 1superior, outstanding, talented
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March 24, 2026

雋juàn(juan4)

The character 雋 (juàn) refers to someone or something that is superior, outstanding, or exceptionally talented. It is often used to describe individuals who possess remarkable abilities or qualities that set them apart from others. This character is commonly found in literary contexts, emphasizing excellence in skills or attributes.

Strokes12Radical隹
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of being outstanding or talented is highly valued, often associated with scholars and artists who contribute significantly to society. The use of 雋 reflects a deep appreciation for excellence in various fields.

Memory tip

Imagine a talented artist painting a stunning landscape. The character 雋 combines the radical for 'rain' (雨) with a component that suggests 'superiority' (俊), reminding you of how rain nourishes the earth, allowing outstanding talents to flourish.

Meanings of 雋

juàn(juan4)
1superior, outstanding, talented
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About 雋

雋Simplified
12Strokes
隹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast

卓越 (zhuóyuè) - use 雋 (juàn) when emphasizing exceptional talent or quality in a literary context, while 卓越 (zhuóyuè) is more general and can refer to excellence in various contexts.

Usage Notes

雋 is typically used in a positive context to highlight exceptional skills or attributes. Be careful not to confuse it with 俊 (jùn), which also means talented but is more commonly used in everyday language. It appears in phrases such as '雋才' (juàncái), meaning outstanding talent.

HSK Study Tips

Although 雋 is not included in the official HSK levels, it connects with words related to talent and excellence, such as 才 (cái, talent) and 优秀 (yōuxiù, outstanding). Focus on recognizing its usage in literature and advanced conversations about skills.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 雋 with 俊 (jùn) due to their similar meanings. For example, saying '他是个雋人' (tā shì gè juàn rén) is incorrect; the correct phrase is '他是个俊人' (tā shì gè jùn rén).

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Etymology of 雋

Formation typeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
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Someone aiming a bow 弓 at a small bird 隹

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Decomposition of 雋

IDS Structure⿱隹弓
雋Full character
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隹zhui1
top
弓Gong1
bottom
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How to say superior, outstanding, talented in Chinese

“superior, outstanding, talented” in Chinese is雋juàn

The character 雋 (juàn) refers to someone or something that is superior, outstanding, or exceptionally talented. It is often used to describe individuals who possess remarkable abilities or qualities that set them apart from others. This character is commonly found in literary contexts, emphasizing excellence in skills or attributes.

When to use 雋

雋 is typically used in a positive context to highlight exceptional skills or attributes. Be careful not to confuse it with 俊 (jùn), which also means talented but is more commonly used in everyday language. It appears in phrases such as '雋才' (juàncái), meaning outstanding talent.

雋 or something close to it

卓越 (zhuóyuè) - use 雋 (juàn) when emphasizing exceptional talent or quality in a literary context, while 卓越 (zhuóyuè) is more general and can refer to excellence in various contexts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 雋 with 俊 (jùn) due to their similar meanings. For example, saying '他是个雋人' (tā shì gè juàn rén) is incorrect; the correct phrase is '他是个俊人' (tā shì gè jùn rén).

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Word Family of 雋

Words containing this character2
隽juànmeaningful雋
隽永meaningful雋永
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Characters with 雋

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Frequently asked questions about 雋

The pronunciation is juàn, with a falling tone.

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