unknown, 9 strokes, radical 日, rank #33954, Very Hard
yù(yu4) T4
1bright, dazzling; sunlight
2bright light
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March 24, 2026
昱yù(yu4)
The character 昱 (yù) means bright or dazzling, often referring to sunlight or bright light. It is commonly used in literary contexts to describe something that shines or radiates light, symbolizing clarity and positivity.
Strokes9Radical日Frequency#33954DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and literature, bright light often symbolizes hope and enlightenment, making 昱 a meaningful character in artistic expressions. It can also be found in names or idiomatic expressions that evoke brightness.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright sun (representing sunlight) setting the sky aglow. The character 昱 has a sun (日) component, which directly relates to brightness, and the upper part could remind you of the brightness radiating outward.
Meanings of 昱
yù(yu4)
1bright, dazzling; sunlight
2bright light
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About 昱
昱Simplified
9Strokes
日Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 昱
Quick Contrast
明 (míng) - use 昱 when emphasizing a dazzling or radiant quality, whereas 明 is more general for brightness or clarity.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bright sun (representing sunlight) setting the sky aglow. The character 昱 has a sun (日) component, which directly relates to brightness, and the upper part could remind you of the brightness radiating outward.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; 昱 is pronounced with a falling tone (yù), which may be confused with other tones. It is more commonly used in formal or literary contexts than in everyday conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While 昱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with words like 明 (míng, bright) and 光 (guāng, light), which are essential at this level. Focus on understanding its usage in literary texts to see how it complements other light-related terms.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and literature, bright light often symbolizes hope and enlightenment, making 昱 a meaningful character in artistic expressions. It can also be found in names or idiomatic expressions that evoke brightness.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 昱 with 明 (míng), which also means bright but is more commonly used in daily language. For example, saying '这个地方很明' (This place is very bright) is correct, while '这个地方很昱' is incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 昱
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese poetry and literature, bright light often symbolizes hope and enlightenment, making 昱 a meaningful character in artistic expressions. It can also be found in names or idiomatic expressions that evoke brightness.
Word Family of 昱
Words Containing This Character2
昱yùbright light
程昱Cheng Yu (141-220), advisor to General Cao Cao 曹操 during the Three Kingdoms era
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Compound Meaning
What does 昱 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 昱
It is pronounced as 'yù' with a falling tone.
It is primarily used in literary contexts rather than everyday speech.
Phrases using 昱 are rare; however, you might encounter it in poetry or formal writing.
