HSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 音, rank #22295, Hard
韵
yùn
beautiful sound
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 音, rank #22295, Hard
韵
yùn
appeal
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 音, rank #22295, Hard
韵
yùn
charm
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 音, rank #22295, Hard
韵
yùn
in Chinese phonetics, the medial and final sound of a syllable (i.e. excluding the initial consonant)
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 音, rank #22295, Hard
yùn(yun4) T4
1rhyme; vowel
2beautiful sound
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March 24, 2026
韵(韻)yùn(yun4)
The character 韵 (yùn) refers to the concept of rhyme or a pleasing sound, often used in poetry and music. It encompasses the idea of beauty in sound, particularly in phonetics, where it describes the vowel sounds in syllables. Commonly, it is used in contexts related to literature, poetry, and music.
Strokes13Radical音Frequency#22295DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
韵 is essential in traditional Chinese poetry, where rhyme and rhythm play a crucial role in the beauty and structure of the verses. Understanding this character can enhance appreciation for classical Chinese literature and its oral traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful 'tune' (sounds like 'yùn') that has a lovely rhyme. The character 韵 has a sound component that resembles waves, like sound waves traveling through the air, creating an image of melodious harmony.
Meanings of 韵
yùn(yun4)
1rhyme; vowel
2beautiful sound
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About 韵
韵Simplified
韻Traditional
13Strokes
音Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateCEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 韵
Quick Contrast
韵 (yùn) vs 音 (yīn) — use 韵 when specifically referring to rhyme or the beauty of sound in poetry, while 音 refers more generally to sound or tone.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful 'tune' (sounds like 'yùn') that has a lovely rhyme. The character 韵 has a sound component that resembles waves, like sound waves traveling through the air, creating an image of melodious harmony.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 韵 with other characters that have similar pronunciations but different meanings. It is typically used in literary contexts and can sound overly formal in casual conversation. Common collocations include '韵律' (rhythm) and '韵味' (charm).
HSK Study Tips
Although 韵 is not part of the official HSK levels, it relates to advanced vocabulary in literature and poetry, which may appear in higher levels. Students should focus on its use in poetic expressions and musical contexts, as well as its phonetic significance.
Cultural Note
韵 is essential in traditional Chinese poetry, where rhyme and rhythm play a crucial role in the beauty and structure of the verses. Understanding this character can enhance appreciation for classical Chinese literature and its oral traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 韵 interchangeably with similar-sounding words like 音 (yīn, sound), which has a broader meaning. A correct example would be '这首诗的韵很好' (This poem has a good rhyme), as opposed to incorrectly saying '这首诗的音很好'.
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Grammar Patterns of 韵
韵 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 5 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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他们的作品一如既往地引人入胜、气____潇洒、新颖别致，不会让你失望。
Their work has all the usual punch, panache and flair you'dexpect.
Example Sentences for 韵 (10)
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他们的作品一如既往地引人入胜、气韵潇洒、新颖别致，不会让你失望。
tā mén de zuò pǐn yī rú jì wǎng dì yǐn rén rù shèng、 、 qì yùn xiāo、 sǎ 、 xīn yǐng， bié zhì ， bù huì ràng。
Their work has all the usual punch, panache and flair you'dexpect.
2
他写了几首诗。锡德告诉他那几首诗都不押韵。
tā xiě le jī shǒu shī。 。 xī dé gào sù tā nà jī shǒu shī dū bù yā。
He had written a few poems. Sid told him they didn't scan.
Enjoy beauty of winter of ice city, enjoy friendship of harmonious world.
9
他们必须每人作一首严格押头韵的诗。
tā mén bì xū měi rén zuò yī shǒu yán gé yā tóu yùn de shī。
They must each compose a poem in strict alliterative metre.
10
他当时正教海伦一首押韵小诗。
tā dāng shí zhèng jiào hǎi lún yī shǒu yā yùn xiǎo shī。
He was teaching Helen a little rhyme.
Cultural Notes for 韵
🏮Cultural insight
韵 is essential in traditional Chinese poetry, where rhyme and rhythm play a crucial role in the beauty and structure of the verses. Understanding this character can enhance appreciation for classical Chinese literature and its oral traditions.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
While both cultures appreciate rhyme in poetry, Western poetry often prioritizes strict meter and rhyme schemes, whereas Chinese poetry values tonal harmony and the musicality of language more fluidly.
Word Family of 韵
Words Containing This Character20
韵yùnappeal韻
押韵to rhyme押韻
韵味yùnwèiinterest韻味
韵律cadence韻律
韵事poetic occasion韻事
神韵charm or grace (in poetry or art)神韻
风韵charm風韻
压韵to rhyme壓韻
韵脚rhyme韻腳
音韵music音韻
韵母rhyme韻母
余韵haunting tune餘韻
气韵flavor氣韻
风韵犹存(of an aging woman) still attractive風韻猶存
风流韵事love affair風流韻事
韵致grace韻緻
韵文verse韻文
韵尾the rhyming part of a syllable韻尾
音韵学Chinese phonetics (concerned also with rhyme in poetry)音韻學
韵书rhyming dictionary韻書
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Frequently Asked Questions about 韵
韵 is crucial in poetry as it relates to the rhyme and musical quality of the verses, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.
Yes, there are various types of 韵 that can denote different vowel sounds or rhyme patterns, often categorized based on their tonal qualities.
While you can mention 韵 in casual talks about music or poetry, it may sound formal; it's best suited for literary discussions.
