prosperity; the breath of life; the spirit of harmony
zg, 14 strokes, radical 气, Very Hard
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1prosperity; the breath of life; the spirit of harmony
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March 24, 2026
氳yūn(yun1)
The character 氳 (yūn) refers to a sense of prosperity and vitality, often associated with the breath of life and harmony in one's spirit. It is used in contexts that emphasize well-being and a harmonious existence, reflecting a balance in life and good fortune.
Strokes14Radical气Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, harmony (和谐) is a vital principle, often emphasized in philosophy and social interactions. The character 氳 embodies this ideal, connecting to traditional beliefs about health and prosperity in life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a gentle breeze (the breath of life) blowing through a lush, green valley where everything thrives. The character 氳 resembles a wavy line of air, symbolizing that life-giving breath, while the pronunciation 'yūn' sounds like 'yawn', which we do when we take a deep breath.
Meanings of 氳
yūn(yun1)
1prosperity; the breath of life; the spirit of harmony
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About 氳
氳Simplified
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气Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a gentle breeze (the breath of life) blowing through a lush, green valley where everything thrives. The character 氳 resembles a wavy line of air, symbolizing that life-giving breath, while the pronunciation 'yūn' sounds like 'yawn', which we do when we take a deep breath.
Usage Notes
This character is relatively formal and may not be frequently used in everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious with its pronunciation, ensuring the correct tone to convey the intended meaning. Common collocations include phrases related to prosperity and harmony.
HSK Study Tips
Although 氳 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to themes of harmony and prosperity found in HSK levels 3 and 4. Students should focus on recognizing its components and how they connect to cultural concepts in Chinese.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, harmony (和谐) is a vital principle, often emphasized in philosophy and social interactions. The character 氳 embodies this ideal, connecting to traditional beliefs about health and prosperity in life.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 氳 with similar characters like 恩 (ēn), which means grace or favor. Ensure you remember the distinct meaning and context of each character, for example, using 氳 to talk about prosperity rather than favor.
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Cultural Notes for 氳
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In Chinese culture, harmony (和谐) is a vital principle, often emphasized in philosophy and social interactions. The character 氳 embodies this ideal, connecting to traditional beliefs about health and prosperity in life.
Word Family of 氳
Words Containing This Character2
氲yūnheavy atmosphere氳
氤氲dense (of smoke, mist)氤氳
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 氳
You might say '生活中要有氳' (In life, there must be harmony) to express the importance of a balanced life.
No, it's more of a literary or philosophical term and less common in everyday conversation.
Synonyms might include 和谐 (harmony) and 繁荣 (prosperity), depending on the context.