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March 24, 2026
萸yú(yu2)
The character 萸 (yú) refers to the dogwood or cornelian cherry, a type of fruit-bearing tree known for its ornamental properties and edible fruits. It is often mentioned in traditional Chinese literature and is associated with themes of beauty and resilience in nature.
Strokes11Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, plants like the dogwood symbolize beauty and longevity, and they are often featured in poetry and art, particularly in the context of spring.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'yū' (like 'you') standing under a beautiful dogwood tree, enjoying its vibrant flowers. The character 萸 has a 'grass' radical (艹) on top, hinting at its connection to nature, while the bottom part resembles a 'tree', reminding you of where you might find this lovely plant.
Meanings of 萸
yú(yu2)
1dogwood
2cornelian cherry
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About 萸
萸Simplified
11Strokes
艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 萸
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'yū' (like 'you') standing under a beautiful dogwood tree, enjoying its vibrant flowers. The character 萸 has a 'grass' radical (艹) on top, hinting at its connection to nature, while the bottom part resembles a 'tree', reminding you of where you might find this lovely plant.
Usage Notes
The word 萸 is relatively uncommon in everyday conversation but may appear in literary contexts or discussions about botany. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words like 'yu' (鱼) which means fish. Use 萸 in a formal context when discussing plants or literary references.
HSK Study Tips
Although 萸 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding this character enriches your knowledge of botanical terms. Focus on recognizing the radicals and components to better grasp similar plant-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, plants like the dogwood symbolize beauty and longevity, and they are often featured in poetry and art, particularly in the context of spring.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 萸 as 'yǔ' (与), which means 'to be with'. The correct pronunciation is 'yú', so practice differentiating these tones to avoid confusion.
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Grammar Patterns of 萸
萸 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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山茱____的蓓蕾, 淡绿清雅,点缀着褐色斑痕.
The dogwood bud, pale green is inlaid with russet markings.
The dogwood bud, pale green is inlaid with russet markings.
Cultural Notes for 萸
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, plants like the dogwood symbolize beauty and longevity, and they are often featured in poetry and art, particularly in the context of spring.
Word Family of 萸
Words Containing This Character3
茱萸Cornus officinalis (Japanese cornel dogwood, a kind of herb)
萸yúcornelian cherry
山茱萸Cornus officinalis
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Compound Meaning
What does 茱萸 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 萸
It means dogwood or cornelian cherry, which is a type of tree known for its flowers and fruits.
No, it is more often found in literary texts or discussions about plants.
