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March 24, 2026
愉yú(yu2)
The character 愉 (yú) conveys a sense of pleasure and delight. It is often used to describe feelings of happiness or contentment, particularly in contexts where something brings joy or satisfaction. Commonly, it can be found in phrases related to good experiences or pleasant interactions.
Strokes12Radical忄Frequency#97511DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing feelings of joy and contentment is important, particularly during festivals and family gatherings. The character 愉 often appears in greetings or wishes for happiness.
Memory Tip
Imagine a smiling person (the character 愉) holding a 'u' (sounds like 'yú') shaped balloon, representing joy and delight. The radical 心 (heart) hints at the emotional aspect of being pleased.
Meanings of 愉
yú(yu2)
1pleased
2pleasant, delightful; to please
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About 愉
愉Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 愉
Quick Contrast
愉 (yú) vs 快乐 (kuàilè) — use 愉 for a more refined or formal expression of pleasure, while 快乐 is more casual and commonly used.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a smiling person (the character 愉) holding a 'u' (sounds like 'yú') shaped balloon, representing joy and delight. The radical 心 (heart) hints at the emotional aspect of being pleased.
Usage Notes
When using 愉, be mindful of the tone; it is pronounced with a rising tone (yú). It is commonly found in more formal contexts, such as in 愉快 (yúkuài), meaning 'happy' or 'pleasant.' Avoid using it in overly casual conversations as it may sound too formal.
HSK Study Tips
While 愉 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with words like 快乐 (kuàilè) meaning 'happy.' Focus on using it in context to describe pleasant experiences to enhance your vocabulary at this level.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing feelings of joy and contentment is important, particularly during festivals and family gatherings. The character 愉 often appears in greetings or wishes for happiness.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 愉 with other happiness-related words like 快乐. For example, saying 愉快 to describe a person is acceptable, but using it incorrectly in a casual setting may sound unnatural; use 快乐 for that context.
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Grammar Patterns of 愉
愉 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Working abroad should be an exciting and positive experience for all concerned.
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我和别人一样愉快。
wǒ hé bié rén yī yàng yú kuài。
I enjoy pleasure as much as the next person.
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他把气氛和场面调动得轻松愉快。
tā bǎ qì fēn hé cháng miàn tiáo dòng dé qīng sōng yú kuài。
He sets the atmosphere and shapes the scenes pleasingly.
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我们再次见面时，他愉快多了。
wǒ mén zài cì jiàn miàn shí， ， tā yú kuài duō。
When we next met, he was much more jovial.
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他先去佛罗里达的基韦斯特岛度了个愉快的假期。
tā xiān qù fó luó lǐ dá de jī wéi sī tè dǎo dù le gè yú kuài de jiǎ qī。
He started with a good holiday in Key West, Florida.
Cultural Notes for 愉
💡Did you know?
The character '愉' is composed of the heart radical '心' (xīn), indicating that feelings of joy and pleasure are deeply connected to the heart in Chinese culture. This reflects the importance of emotional expression in Chinese society.
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, expressing feelings of joy and contentment is important, particularly during festivals and family gatherings. The character 愉 often appears in greetings or wishes for happiness.
📜Proverb
There is a Chinese saying: '愉快的心情是成功的钥匙', which means 'A pleasant mood is the key to success.' This emphasizes the value of maintaining a positive attitude in achieving one's goals.
Word Family of 愉
Words Containing This Character4
愉快yúkuàicheerful
愉悦joyful愉悅
欢愉happy歡愉
愉yúpleased
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Compound Meaning
What does 愉快 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 愉
Some synonyms for 愉 (yú) include 快乐 (kuàilè), which means happy, and 高兴 (gāoxìng), which means pleased or delighted. Each of these words can be used in various contexts to express positive feelings.
愉 (yú) is not as commonly used in everyday conversation as some other words for happiness. However, it can still be found in more formal contexts or written language. It’s useful to know for expanding your vocabulary and understanding different nuances of expressing joy.
愉 (yú) means pleased, pleasant, or delightful in Chinese. It is often used to describe a happy or joyful state of mind. The character can also imply the act of pleasing someone.
You can use 愉 (yú) in sentences to express feelings of happiness or pleasure. For example, you might say '我很愉快' (Wǒ hěn yúkuài), which means 'I am very pleased.' This character often appears in contexts related to enjoyment and satisfaction.
You can say 愉快的假期 (yúkuài de jiàqī) which means 'a pleasant holiday.'
Both express happiness, but 愉 tends to have a more formal tone, while 快乐 is more commonly used in everyday conversation.
Yes, you can describe someone as 愉快 (yúkuài) if they have a cheerful personality.
