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瑗yuàna large jade ringg, 13 strokes, radical 王
瑗yuànlarge jade ringunknown, 13 strokes, radical 王
yuàn(yuan4)yuan T4
  1. 1a large jade ring
  2. 2large jade ring
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March 24, 2026

瑗yuàn(yuan4)

瑗 (yuàn) refers to a large jade ring, which is often used in traditional Chinese culture as a symbol of status and purity. These rings were historically associated with nobility and were used in ceremonial contexts, representing beauty and wealth.

Strokes13Radical王
Cultural note

In ancient China, jade was considered a precious stone, believed to have protective qualities. The瑗 ring symbolizes not just wealth but also moral integrity, reflecting the high regard for jade in Chinese heritage.

Memory tip

Imagine a grand ring made of shimmering jade, shining brightly like a jewel in the sun. The character 瑗 can be visualized as a 'ring' (the radical 玉 for jade) wrapped around a 'circle' (the shape of the character), reminding you of its meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 瑗

yuàn(yuan4)
1a large jade ring
2large jade ring
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About 瑗

瑗Simplified
13Strokes
王Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

瑗 is a formal term, primarily found in literature or historical texts. Learners should note that it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful with the pronunciation; the 'yuàn' sound can be confused with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although瑗 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other words related to jade (玉, yù) and jewelry. Focus on the context of jade in Chinese culture to deepen your understanding of related terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 瑗 with other jade-related characters like 玉 (yù, jade) or 璧 (bì, disc-shaped jade). A common mistake is using 瑗 in a casual context; it's a formal term and should be used appropriately.

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Etymology of 瑗

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)爰
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Origin

瑗 = 王 + 爰. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 瑗

IDS Structure⿰王爰
瑗Full character
=
王Wang2
left
爰Yuan2
right
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Parts

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How to say a large jade ring in Chinese

“a large jade ring” in Chinese is瑗yuàn

瑗 (yuàn) refers to a large jade ring, which is often used in traditional Chinese culture as a symbol of status and purity. These rings were historically associated with nobility and were used in ceremonial contexts, representing beauty and wealth.

When to use 瑗

瑗 is a formal term, primarily found in literature or historical texts. Learners should note that it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful with the pronunciation; the 'yuàn' sound can be confused with similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 瑗 with other jade-related characters like 玉 (yù, jade) or 璧 (bì, disc-shaped jade). A common mistake is using 瑗 in a casual context; it's a formal term and should be used appropriately.

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Word Family of 瑗

Words containing this character1
瑗yuànlarge jade ring

Frequently asked questions about 瑗

Jade is seen as a symbol of purity and moral integrity, often associated with nobility and virtues.

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