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March 24, 2026
莸(蕕)yóu(you2)
The character 莸 (yóu) refers specifically to the plant Caryopteris divaricata, known for its ornamental value and aromatic properties. It is commonly used in gardening and traditional medicine, particularly in contexts emphasizing its beauty and fragrance.
Strokes10Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, plants like 莸 are often celebrated for their aesthetic qualities in gardens and their roles in traditional medicine, emphasizing the harmony between nature and human life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful garden where the fragrant flowers of the 莸 plant bloom, enticing you to take a deep breath (yóu sounds like 'you'). The character itself has the radical for 'plant' (艹) on top, reminding you that it relates to a type of flower or herb.
Meanings of 莸
yóu(you2)
1Caryopteris divaricata
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About 莸
莸Simplified
蕕Traditional
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艹Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful garden where the fragrant flowers of the 莸 plant bloom, enticing you to take a deep breath (yóu sounds like 'you'). The character itself has the radical for 'plant' (艹) on top, reminding you that it relates to a type of flower or herb.
Usage Notes
This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for formal contexts like botany or horticulture. Learners should be cautious with pronunciation, ensuring the second tone is clear, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other characters.
HSK Study Tips
While 莸 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be beneficial for learners at higher levels interested in botany or gardening. Connecting it with related plant terms can enhance vocabulary retention.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, plants like 莸 are often celebrated for their aesthetic qualities in gardens and their roles in traditional medicine, emphasizing the harmony between nature and human life.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 莸 with other similar-sounding plant names. For instance, mistakenly using the character for 'flower' (花) instead of 莸 when discussing this specific plant would be incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 莸
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In Chinese culture, plants like 莸 are often celebrated for their aesthetic qualities in gardens and their roles in traditional medicine, emphasizing the harmony between nature and human life.
Word Family of 莸
Words Containing This Character1
莸yóuCaryopteris divaricata蕕
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What does 莸 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 莸
莸 translates to Caryopteris divaricata, a type of flowering plant.
It is believed to have various health benefits, although specific uses may vary.
No, it is more specialized and used in formal contexts related to plants or gardening.
