Meanings of 氲
By ear
Play it, then pick what 氲 means.
About 氲
Podcast: 氲
Podcast: 氲
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 氲
氲 is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in literary or poetic contexts. Be mindful of its formal tone, as using it in casual speech may seem out of place. Common collocations include phrases describing natural phenomena or atmospheric conditions.
As this character is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, learners should focus on its usage in classical literature or poetry. Connecting it with other characters that relate to nature and atmosphere can enhance understanding, particularly in advanced studies of Chinese literature.
Learners often confuse 氲 with similar-sounding characters or use it inappropriately in casual settings. For example, saying '我感觉到氲' (I feel the 氲) is incorrect; a more appropriate context would be in a poetic description, such as '山间的氲' (the 氲 in the mountains).
Pronunciation of 氲
Drill the tone of 氲, say it back, see your pitch against the model voice, and earn XP towards mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 氲 to you
Let me explain 氲 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 氲 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
How well do you know 氲?
Learning Lab
Knowing 氲 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 氲
air
Origin
氲 = 气 + 昷. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 氲
Parts
Which of these is part of 氲?
How to say prosperity; the breath of life; the spirit of harmony in Chinese
“prosperity; the breath of life; the spirit of harmony” in Chinese is氲
The character 氲 (yūn) refers to a rich, heavy atmosphere, often evoking a sense of prosperity and harmony. It can also symbolize the breath of life, suggesting a connection to vitality and the spirit that nourishes life. This character is commonly used in literary contexts to express the essence of a thriving environment.
When to use 氲
氲 is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more common in literary or poetic contexts. Be mindful of its formal tone, as using it in casual speech may seem out of place. Common collocations include phrases describing natural phenomena or atmospheric conditions.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 氲 with similar-sounding characters or use it inappropriately in casual settings. For example, saying '我感觉到氲' (I feel the 氲) is incorrect; a more appropriate context would be in a poetic description, such as '山间的氲' (the 氲 in the mountains).
Write 氲
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 氲 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 氲?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
Word Family of 氲
Words with 氲
What does 氤氲 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 氲
氲 is primarily found in literary texts or poetry, rather than in everyday conversations.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 氲?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.