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珲 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
珲húnbright, glorious, splendidns, 10 strokes, radical 王
珲hún(fine jade)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 王
珲huībright, glorious, splendidns, 10 strokes, radical 王
珲huī(fine jade)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 王
huī(hui1)hui
primary
T1
  1. 1bright, glorious, splendid
  2. 2(fine jade)
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March 24, 2026

珲(琿)huī(hui1)

The character 珲 (huī) refers to something that is bright, glorious, or splendid, often associated with precious materials like fine jade. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in literary contexts or discussions about valuable items.

Strokes10Radical王
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, jade is considered a symbol of purity and nobility, often associated with status and beauty. The character 珲 embodies this cultural reverence for jade, signifying its importance in Chinese art and jewelry.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bright, shiny piece of jade gleaming in the sunlight. The character 珲 looks like a jewel at the center (the radical 玉, meaning 'jade') surrounded by brilliance. This connection to jade can help you remember its meaning of 'glorious' and 'bright.'

Meanings of 珲

huī(hui1)
primary
1bright, glorious, splendid
2(fine jade)
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About 珲

珲Simplified
琿Traditional
10Strokes
王Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 珲

Usage Notes

This character may not be widely recognized outside of specific contexts related to jade or literature, so it's important to use it carefully. Ensure you use the correct tone (first tone) as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other characters. Common collocations include phrases relating to jade or beauty.

HSK Study Tips

Currently, 珲 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, so learners should focus on more commonly used characters first. However, understanding the character's components can enhance your comprehension of other words related to jade or precious items as you progress.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 珲 with similar-sounding characters. For example, using the wrong tone and saying 'hui' (second tone) instead of 'huī' (first tone) can lead to misunderstandings. Always remember to emphasize the first tone when practicing this character.

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Etymology of 珲

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)军
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Origin

珲 = 王 + 军. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 珲

IDS Structure⿰王军
珲Full Character
=
王Wang2
left
军jun1
right
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Parts

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How to say bright, glorious, splendid in Chinese

“bright, glorious, splendid” in Chinese is珲hún

The character 珲 (huī) refers to something that is bright, glorious, or splendid, often associated with precious materials like fine jade. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in literary contexts or discussions about valuable items.

When to use 珲

This character may not be widely recognized outside of specific contexts related to jade or literature, so it's important to use it carefully. Ensure you use the correct tone (first tone) as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other characters. Common collocations include phrases relating to jade or beauty.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 珲 with similar-sounding characters. For example, using the wrong tone and saying 'hui' (second tone) instead of 'huī' (first tone) can lead to misunderstandings. Always remember to emphasize the first tone when practicing this character.

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Word Family of 珲

Words Containing This Character3
珲春Hunchun county level city in Yanbian Korean autonomous prefecture 延邊朝鮮族自治州|延边朝鲜族自治州, Jilin琿春
珲huī(fine jade)琿
珲春市Hunchun county level city in Yanbian Korean autonomous prefecture 延邊朝鮮族自治州|延边朝鲜族自治州, Jilin琿春市
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Frequently Asked Questions about 珲

It means bright, glorious, splendid, and is often associated with fine jade.

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