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唷
yō
final particle
x, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
final particle expressing exhortation, admiration etc
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
My!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yo
final particle
x, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yo
(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yo
final particle expressing exhortation, admiration etc
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yo
My!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
final particle
x, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
final particle expressing exhortation, admiration etc
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
唷
yō
My!
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口
yō(y5o1)
primary
T1
1final particle
2(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
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March 24, 2026
唷yō(y5o1)
The character 唷 (yō) is a final particle often used in informal spoken Chinese to convey surprise, admiration, or to emphasize a statement. It can also express a sense of urging or exhortation, similar to saying 'come on!' or 'oh!' in English. This particle adds emotional weight to the sentence, making it more expressive.
Strokes11Radical口
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, using particles like 唷 (yō) adds warmth and expressiveness to conversations, reflecting the importance of emotional connection in interpersonal communication. This usage is common among friends and family.
Memory tip
Imagine a surprised cat saying 'yo!' when it sees something unexpected. The character 唷 (yō) has a rounded top, resembling the surprised eyes of the cat, which helps you remember its meaning of surprise and admiration.
Meanings of 唷
yō(y5o1)
primary
1final particle
2(interjection expressing surprise) Oh!
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About 唷
唷Simplified
11Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
唷 (yō) is typically used in casual conversations and should be avoided in formal writing or speech. Learners often confuse it with other similar particles like 哦 (ó), which expresses a realization rather than surprise. Pay attention to the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the official HSK vocabulary, 唷 (yō) is useful for conversational fluency at the beginner to intermediate levels. Students should focus on listening to native speakers use this particle in context to understand its emotional nuances.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 唷 (yō) in formal contexts or confuse it with similar particles. For example, saying '我喜欢这个唷' in a formal setting is incorrect; it should be reserved for casual conversations.
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唷 = 口 + 育. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 唷
IDS Structure⿰口育
唷Full character
=
口kou3
left
育yu4
right
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How to say final particle in Chinese
“final particle” in Chinese is唷yō
The character 唷 (yō) is a final particle often used in informal spoken Chinese to convey surprise, admiration, or to emphasize a statement. It can also express a sense of urging or exhortation, similar to saying 'come on!' or 'oh!' in English. This particle adds emotional weight to the sentence, making it more expressive.
When to use 唷
唷 (yō) is typically used in casual conversations and should be avoided in formal writing or speech. Learners often confuse it with other similar particles like 哦 (ó), which expresses a realization rather than surprise. Pay attention to the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
What learners get wrong
Learners may mistakenly use 唷 (yō) in formal contexts or confuse it with similar particles. For example, saying '我喜欢这个唷' in a formal setting is incorrect; it should be reserved for casual conversations.
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Grammar patterns of 唷
唷 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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哎____！好痛！
Eina! That was sore!
Example sentences for 唷 (7)
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1
哎唷！好痛！
āi yō！ hǎo tòng！
Eina! That was sore!
2
唷! 多热的天哪!
yō! duō rè de tiān nǎ!
Whew! What a sizzler!
3
哎唷！我的腿抽筋了。
āi yō！ wǒ de tuǐ chōu jīn le。
Ow! I just got a charley horse in my leg.
4
哎唷! 你差点儿把它掉落到地板上.
āi yō! nǐ chàdiǎnr bǎ tā diào là dào dìbǎn shàng.
Whoops. You nearly dropped it on the floor.
5
哎 唷, 我累坏了.我们休息一下 吧.
āi yō, wǒ lèi huài le. wǒmen xiūxi yíxià ba.
" Well , I am bushed. Let's have a rest. "
6
哦唷，我忘了写那封信了。
é yō， wǒ wàng le xiě nà fēng xìn le。
Uh-oh. I forgot to write that letter.
7
以上的米粉和贡丸都是新竹的两大名产唷!
yǐshàng de mǐ fěn hé gòng wán dōushì xīn zhú de liǎng dà míng chǎn yō!
Rice noodles and meatballs are the most well - known dishes in Hsinchu.
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Word Family of 唷
Words containing this character1
唷yōMy!
Frequently asked questions about 唷
Use 唷 (yō) in informal situations to express surprise or admiration.
It is primarily used in spoken language and is generally avoided in formal writing.
唷 (yō) conveys surprise or emphasis, while 哦 (ó) indicates realization or acknowledgment.
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