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珧 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
珧yáomother-of-pearlg, 10 strokes, radical 王
yáo(yao2)yao T2
  1. 1mother-of-pearl
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March 24, 2026

珧yáo(yao2)

The character 珧 (yáo) refers to mother-of-pearl, a lustrous material derived from the inner shell of certain mollusks. It is often used in jewelry and decorative items, highlighting its value in craftsmanship and art. In addition to its literal meaning, it can symbolize beauty and elegance in cultural contexts.

Strokes10Radical王
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, mother-of-pearl has been used historically in crafting intricate items like jewelry, inlays for furniture, and traditional musical instruments, symbolizing purity and elegance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a beautiful, shiny shell (the radical for shell is 贝) that holds precious pearls within. Picture the mother-of-pearl reflecting light like a shimmering wave, helping you remember 'yáo' sounds like 'yowl' as you admire its beauty.

Meanings of 珧

yáo(yao2)
1mother-of-pearl
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About 珧

珧Simplified
10Strokes
王Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 珧 with similar-sounding words or characters like 瑶 (yáo), which can mean jade or precious stone. This word is more commonly used in formal contexts, especially in art and jewelry discussions. It often collocates with terms relating to decoration and craftsmanship.

HSK Study Tips

This character does not belong to the standard HSK levels, but understanding it can enrich your vocabulary related to art and nature. Students should focus on recognizing the radical 贝 and other related characters that pertain to precious materials.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 珧 (yáo) with瑶 (yáo), leading to incorrect associations with jade. Always remember that 珧 specifically refers to mother-of-pearl, while 瑶 denotes a type of precious stone.

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Etymology of 珧

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

jade

Semantic (meaning)王
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Phonetic (sound)兆
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Origin

珧 = 王 + 兆. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 珧

IDS Structure⿰王兆
珧Full Character
=
王Wang2
left
兆Zhao4
right
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Parts

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How to say mother-of-pearl in Chinese

“mother-of-pearl” in Chinese is珧yáo

The character 珧 (yáo) refers to mother-of-pearl, a lustrous material derived from the inner shell of certain mollusks. It is often used in jewelry and decorative items, highlighting its value in craftsmanship and art. In addition to its literal meaning, it can symbolize beauty and elegance in cultural contexts.

When to use 珧

Be careful not to confuse 珧 with similar-sounding words or characters like 瑶 (yáo), which can mean jade or precious stone. This word is more commonly used in formal contexts, especially in art and jewelry discussions. It often collocates with terms relating to decoration and craftsmanship.

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes confuse 珧 (yáo) with瑶 (yáo), leading to incorrect associations with jade. Always remember that 珧 specifically refers to mother-of-pearl, while 瑶 denotes a type of precious stone.

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Word Family of 珧

Words Containing This Character1
珧yáomother-of-pearl

Frequently Asked Questions about 珧

Mother-of-pearl is commonly used in jewelry, decorative crafts, and traditional art, often symbolizing beauty and refinement.

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