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保佑 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
保佑bǎoyòuto bless and protectHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #2128, Very Hard
保佑bǎoyòublessingHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #2128, Very Hard
bǎoyòu(bao3you4) T3
  1. 1to bless and protect
  2. 2blessing
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March 24, 2026

保佑bǎoyòu(bao3you4)

保佑 (bǎo yòu) means to bless and protect someone, often in a spiritual or divine context. It is commonly used in prayers or wishes for safety and well-being, especially during significant life events or challenges.

Strokes16Frequency#2128DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, it is common to invoke blessings during festivals, weddings, and other significant events, often involving ancestral worship or deities, emphasizing the importance of protection and good fortune.

Memory Tip

Imagine a guardian angel (保) who wraps a protective cloak (佑) around you, keeping you safe. The sound 'bao' can remind you of 'bowl,' where blessings are collected and held, while 'you' can evoke the word 'you,' emphasizing the personal aspect of receiving protection.

Meanings of 保佑

bǎoyòu(bao3you4)
1to bless and protect
2blessing
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About 保佑

保佑Simplified
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 保佑

Quick Contrast

祈祷 (qídǎo) vs 保佑: Use 保佑 when referring specifically to the act of blessing and protection, while 祈祷 emphasizes the act of praying or requesting divine intervention.

Usage Notes

When using 保佑, it is typically employed in a more formal or spiritual context, such as in religious practices or solemn occasions. Avoid using it in casual conversations, as it might sound overly dramatic. Common collocation includes phrases like '保佑你' (bless you).

HSK Study Tips

Although not specifically listed in HSK levels, understanding 保佑 can enhance vocabulary related to emotions and spirituality, which are often tested in HSK exams. Students should focus on the components of the word to grasp its meaning fully.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 保佑 with 保护 (bǎo hù), which means to protect but lacks the spiritual nuance. For instance, saying '我保佑你' (I bless you) is correct, but saying '我保护你' (I protect you) is more common and less formal.

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Component Characters

保bǎoto defend
HSK 59 strokes亻
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佑yòuto help; to protect; to bless
7 strokes亻
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How to say to bless and protect in Chinese

“to bless and protect” in Chinese is保佑bǎoyòu

保佑 (bǎo yòu) means to bless and protect someone, often in a spiritual or divine context. It is commonly used in prayers or wishes for safety and well-being, especially during significant life events or challenges.

When to use 保佑

When using 保佑, it is typically employed in a more formal or spiritual context, such as in religious practices or solemn occasions. Avoid using it in casual conversations, as it might sound overly dramatic. Common collocation includes phrases like '保佑你' (bless you).

保佑 or something close to it

祈祷 (qídǎo) vs 保佑: Use 保佑 when referring specifically to the act of blessing and protection, while 祈祷 emphasizes the act of praying or requesting divine intervention.

What learners get wrong

Learners might confuse 保佑 with 保护 (bǎo hù), which means to protect but lacks the spiritual nuance. For instance, saying '我保佑你' (I bless you) is correct, but saying '我保护你' (I protect you) is more common and less formal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 保佑

While it is most commonly associated with religious or spiritual invocations, it can also be used in everyday expressions of goodwill.

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