unknown, 8 strokes, radical 皿, rank #39938, Very Hard
yú(yu2) T2
1basin; cup
2wide-mouthed jar or pot
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March 24, 2026
盂yú(yu2)
The character 盂 (yú) refers to a wide-mouthed container, such as a basin or cup, often used for holding liquids. It can also describe jars or pots in a broader sense. This character is commonly found in contexts related to cooking or serving food and drink.
Strokes8Radical皿Frequency#39938DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese culture, 盂 was often used in rituals involving food offerings, highlighting the importance of food presentation in traditional ceremonies. This reflects the cultural significance placed on meals and hospitality.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant cup (盂) that is so wide-mouthed that you could use it as a basin. The left part resembles a bowl, and the right part can remind you of 'yu' in 'yummy', connecting the character's meaning to food and drink.
Meanings of 盂
yú(yu2)
1basin; cup
2wide-mouthed jar or pot
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About 盂
盂Simplified
8Strokes
皿Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 盂
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant cup (盂) that is so wide-mouthed that you could use it as a basin. The left part resembles a bowl, and the right part can remind you of 'yu' in 'yummy', connecting the character's meaning to food and drink.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 盂 with similar characters that denote different types of containers. It's mainly used in formal contexts or specific culinary discussions. Be mindful of the tone; 盂 is pronounced with the second tone (yú), which can change the meaning if mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the official HSK levels, 盂 can be related to other food-related vocabulary. Students should focus on its usage in culinary terms and practice combining it with other food-related characters to enhance their vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In ancient Chinese culture, 盂 was often used in rituals involving food offerings, highlighting the importance of food presentation in traditional ceremonies. This reflects the cultural significance placed on meals and hospitality.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is confusing 盂 with 瓦 (wǎ), which means tile, due to similar appearances. Ensure to remember that 盂 is related to containers, while 瓦 relates to building materials.
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Grammar Patterns of 盂
盂 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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____县花椒对降血压 、 增进食欲 、 驱寒 、 止痒解腥等都很有帮助.
Yuxian pepper on blood pressure, increase appetite, cold, fishy solution itching and so helpful.
Yuxian pepper on blood pressure, increase appetite, cold, fishy solution itching and so helpful.
Cultural Notes for 盂
🏮Cultural insight
In ancient Chinese culture, 盂 was often used in rituals involving food offerings, highlighting the importance of food presentation in traditional ceremonies. This reflects the cultural significance placed on meals and hospitality.
Word Family of 盂
Words Containing This Character7
痰盂spittoon
盂yúbasin
肾盂renal pelvis (medicine)腎盂
盂县Yu county in Yangquan, Shanxi盂縣
钵盂alms bowl缽盂
盂兰盆会Feast of All Souls (fifteenth day of seventh lunar month) (Buddhism)盂蘭盆會
肾盂炎pyelitis (medicine)腎盂炎
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Compound Meaning
What does 痰盂 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 盂
It is pronounced as 'yú' with a rising tone.
Common phrases include 盂兰盆 (yú lán pén), referring to a traditional festival involving offerings.
No, while 盂 refers specifically to wide-mouthed containers, other characters denote different types and shapes.
