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March 24, 2026
瑷(璦)ài(ai4)
瑷 (ài) refers to a type of fine jade, which is highly valued in Chinese culture for its beauty and quality. This character is often used in contexts discussing gemstones, jewelry, and cultural symbolism associated with jade, such as purity and status.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, jade holds deep significance, often symbolizing virtue and nobility. The character 瑷 specifically highlights the appreciation for high-quality jade, which has been treasured since ancient times.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful piece of jade that glimmers like a star ('星') in the night. The character 瑷 is composed of the radical 玉 (jade) and the phonetic 爱 (ài), which means 'love.' Think of how one 'loves' fine jade, making this connection memorable.
Meanings of 瑷
ài(ai4)
1fine jade
2fine quality jade
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About 瑷
瑷Simplified
璦Traditional
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王Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful piece of jade that glimmers like a star ('星') in the night. The character 瑷 is composed of the radical 玉 (jade) and the phonetic 爱 (ài), which means 'love.' Think of how one 'loves' fine jade, making this connection memorable.
Usage Notes
瑷 is often used in formal contexts, such as literature or discussions about art and gemstones. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; always ensure you're using it in the context of jade. The tone is crucial; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
瑷 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, but it provides a great opportunity to expand your knowledge of character components. Focus on recognizing the radical 玉 (jade) as it can help you identify other jade-related words.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, jade holds deep significance, often symbolizing virtue and nobility. The character 瑷 specifically highlights the appreciation for high-quality jade, which has been treasured since ancient times.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 瑷 with similar characters like 爱 (ài, love) due to their phonetic similarities. Remember, 瑷 specifically refers to jade, while 爱 relates to affection.
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Cultural Notes for 瑷
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In Chinese culture, jade holds deep significance, often symbolizing virtue and nobility. The character 瑷 specifically highlights the appreciation for high-quality jade, which has been treasured since ancient times.
Word Family of 瑷
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瑷àifine quality jade璦
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瑷
瑷 is pronounced as ài, with a falling tone.
瑷 is more specialized and might not be common in daily conversations, but it can be found in discussions about jewelry or art.
You might want to explore words like 玉 (yù), which means jade, and 翠 (cuì), which refers to emerald or green jade.
